We asked an online forum to see what 22 songs are deemed absolutely flawless.
Clair de Lune – Debussy
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Whether or not classical music is your thing, it’s hard not to appreciate it, at least – particularly this song.
“Oh Debussy, I love Debussy! Sometimes all I can think about is Debussy.”
Moonlight Sonata – Beethoven
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There is a LOT of debate online as to which Moonlight Sonata movement is the best.
“The third movement is fantastic. I get way more enjoyment from it than the first or second.”
I Put A Spell On You – Nina Simone
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Many have covered this song, but few can top the OG version by the sublime Nina Simone.
“The string arrangement, the vocals, the piano, the instrumental solo – all perfect.”
Stand By Me – Ben E. King
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A powerful song that was perhaps immortalized by the 1986 movie of the same name.
“This song meant the world to me growing up. I met Ben E King when I was stage managing at the venue in the town I grew up in, and got to shake his hand and thank him for it!”
The Boxer – Simon & Garfunkel
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One online user said: “Very powerful. I always thought those booms were cannon till I saw that making of special.”
Another user agreed: “Cuts so deep, especially if you’ve been broke in a city full of strangers.”
Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong
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“Wonderful World by the great Louis Armstrong.”
“Always brings a tear to my eye.”
Blue Monday – New Order
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Closely tied with ‘Ceremony’!
“A younger me would agree with you, but as I’ve got older, I’ve turned towards Ceremony being the perfect New Order tune.”
Little Wing – Jimi Hendrix
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One user said: “Only criticism is that it’s too short! Wish it could go on forever.”
Another user agreed: “I love the song but it always feels like it ends abruptly like there should have been more to the song.”
Time in a Bottle – Jim Croce
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Online users LOVE Jim Croce!
“Also ‘Operator’ by Jim Croce. Maybe anything by Jim Croce.”
God Only Knows – The Beach Boys
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1.9k online users agreed with this suggestion.
“‘Pet Sounds’ is one of the best albums ever made. I hop between ‘God Only Knows’ and ‘Sloop John B’ as the best song off that record.”
Gimme Shelter – The Rolling Stones
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“It’s got probably the best feel and atmosphere of just about any rock song. Stark and terrifying.”
Another user chimed in with: “Scorsese loved it so much, he used it three times!”
Everybody Wants to Rule The World – Tears For Fears
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This one brings a lot of nostalgic joy to many music fans of all ages.
“This song gives me crippling nostalgia for a time that I wasn’t even alive for.”
Head Over Heels – Tears For Fears
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Another Tears For Fears suggestion – with 1.4k online users in agreement.
“EDIT – well this blew up… glad so many agree that it’s perfect, gonna go listen to it again now.” – The original sharer.
Solsbury Hill – Peter Gabriel
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“Amazing song. The video also. Must have watched/listened to it hundreds of times on MTV in the ’80s.”
Another user said: “Especially the live album version – so amazing.”
Space Oddity – David Bowie
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A Bowie tune would inevitably make the list somewhere.
“I have a Space Oddity-themed tattoo.” – said one user. Now that’s dedication!
Dreams – Fleetwood Mac
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‘Dreams’ was very nearly tied with ‘The Chain’ as online users’ favorite Mac songs.
“‘Dreams’ is perfect. ‘The Chain’ is perfect-er.”
Wish You Were Here – Pink Floyd
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2.9k online users adore this iconic Pink Floyd tune.
“I mean, those are just jaw-droppingly incredible lyrics.”
Superstition – Stevie Wonder
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“Great choice. I love ‘As’ by him just as much.”
“I was looking for this one. I’m not a big Wonder fan, but this song is perfection. The bass is chef’s kiss.”
Hallelujah – Leonard Cohen
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This one was much debated in terms of who nailed it best – the original writer (Cohen) or Jeff Buckley’s haunting cover.
“After Leonard Cohen heard Buckley’s version, he said, ‘That’s his song now.’”
Your Song – Elton John
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So many amazing Elton tunes to choose from.
“This song and ‘Rocketman’ are some of the best songs that have ever been made.”.
Everlong- Foo Fighters
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A perfectly romantic and nostalgic song that gives everyone the feels.
“I remember snuggling with my girlfriend on the back porch watching the sunset the last day before I left for college. This song was playing, and I just totally related to ‘if anything could ever be this real forever’.”
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