29 Best House Songs Ever
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21. “Push the Feeling On” by Nightcrawlers
Song year: 1992
The Nightcrawlers are a Scottish music group that did not initially identify with house music. They released the dance club hit “Push the Feeling On” in 1992, but they still did not consider themselves a house group. It was not until 1995 that they decided to rebrand as house musicians considering their biggest hits.
The “MK Dub Revisited Edit” of the song charted internationally, including the Eurocharts.
22. “Lady (Hear Me Tonight)” by Modjo
Song year: 2000
The French house musical duo Modjo is known for their bold approach to house music that began in 1999. “Lady (Hear Me Tonight)” was their first large-scale hit, reaching the top of 10 musical charts and becoming the 2000’s 16th best-selling single in the United Kingdom.
The song is slightly faster than the average house song, coming in at 128 beats per minute, which is why it quickly became popular in nightclubs.
23. “Voodoo Ray” by a Guy Called Gerald
Song year: 1989
“Voodoo Ray” is British record producer Gerald Simpson’s claim to fame. He released the song under the stage name “a Guy Called Gerald” during his time with Warlock Records. The song saw so much success that Music Weekly named it the best-selling independent single of 1989.
The Hacienda, a popular nightclub in Manchester, played the song so often that house fans everywhere began to associate the song with the club.
24. “Percolator” by Green Velvet
Song year: 2010
Green Velvet released his song “Percolator” on his 2010 album It’s Time, and it quickly became one of the biggest dance hits of the early 2010s. The song is associated with a dance, and its catchy beat makes it one of the best line dance songs for weddings.
Green Velvet’s version of this song heavily samples the 1992 Cajmere song of the same name, with a few minor changes.
25. “The Sun Can’t Compare” by Larry Heard
Song year: 2011
Not many famous house songs have lyrics, but Larry Heard and Mr. White’s 2011 tune “The Sun Can’t Compare” has some sweet words. The singer tells their lover that not even the sun, moon, or stars can compare to the light they bring to his life. This house jam brings an element of romance to dance clubs.
26. “French Kiss” by Lil Louis
Song year: 1989
Chicago-born musician Lil Louis rose to fame in America, Europe, and Australia with the release of his single “French Kiss.” It hit the top of the Billboard charts, climbing to number one for Dance Club Songs and 50 on the Hot 100. The instrumental, electronic song has a fun, moveable beat and no lyrics save for samples of erotic moans.
27. “One More Time” by Daft Punk
Song year: 2000
The year 2000 brought the beginning of a new century and one of the most iconic Daft Punk songs of all time. “One More Time” is a popular club song to this day, holding a special place in the hearts of dancers and lovers of the anime-style music video. It peaked at number 61 on Billboard’s Hot 100.
28. “Promise Land” by Joe Smooth
Song year: 1987
American DJ and producer Joe Smooth rose to fame in the late 80s, and his house hit “Promise Land” has much to do with his success. The song immediately resonated with the underground club scene and reached the top of the American charts.
After its release, Joe Smooth’s whole discography would contribute to him becoming one of the pioneers of American house music.
29. “That’s the Way Love Is” by Ten City
Song year: 1989
The Chicago house trio Ten City released “That’s the Way Love Is” on their debut album Foundation. The song received international acclaim but did especially well in West Germany.
Critics referred to the tune as “deep house” and helped the public realize there’s a thin line between soul music and house music, and it all comes down to a song’s feeling.
Top House Songs, Final Thoughts
Even though every house song has a similar tempo and four-on-the-floor beat, each release brings something new to the table. House music has evolved since its birth in the late 70s, with international influences and elements from other genres affecting the final product.
The genre’s evolution proves that it’s not going anywhere soon, so club frequenters will continue hearing some of the best house songs on their nights out.
