Ranking of popular blues songs
Blues reached its peak from the 1960s to the 1970s and continues to be loved today.
It has a close relationship with music rooted in Black music, and its techniques are still being adopted today in various forms.
We looked into classic and popular songs by legendary artists.
In this article, we’ve selected popular tracks based on reliable feedback from blues fans submitted to our site so far.
Among them, we’ll present the most highly regarded songs in a ranking format.
Please enjoy.
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Blues Popular Song Rankings (91–100)
Farewell BluesAwaya Noriko99rank/position
This is a song released in 1937 by Noriko Awaya, the Queen of Blues and also a pioneer of Japanese chanson.
In a good way, you can feel the era in the sounds and atmosphere that you can’t experience today.
The lyrics, which depict a port town’s scenery and a fleeting romance, really resonate.
Awaya’s overwhelming aura and richly expressive delivery are striking and bring out an even stronger blues feel.
Released by Nippon Columbia, the song became a huge hit and was fervently embraced by soldiers stationed in Manchuria as well.
It’s a track that conjures up everyday scenes and the ache of a bittersweet love.
A classic blues number perfect for a leisurely night, to be savored in a mellow mood.
Street Corner of BetrayalKai Band100rank/position
“Uragiri no Machikado” (Street Corner of Betrayal) is the second single, released in 1975.
It became Kai Band’s first song to enter the Oricon Top 10 and gradually gained popularity.
The old-fashioned melody and bittersweet mood are really appealing.
While the rhythm pulses steadily, the relaxed sound still carries heat, evoking a sense of nostalgia.
It’s a deeply flavorful and memorable track that calmly sings about the moment when someone important leaves their hometown.
