Ranking of popular blues songs

Call It Stormy MondayT-Bone Walker57rank/position

Call It Stormy Monday

T-Bone Walker is a great artist regarded as a pioneer of the electric guitar style in the blues genre.

Born in Texas, USA, in 1910, Walker made his first recording in 1929 and released many hits in the 1940s, including the monumental song “Call It Stormy Monday (But Tuesday Is Just as Bad).” His energetic performances and showmanship had a profound influence on many later musicians, such as B.B.

King, Eric Clapton, and Jimi Hendrix.

He is a legendary artist who left his mark on history and is a must-check for fans of blues and rock.

For Those Who Love to LiveTHIN LIZZY58rank/position

Thin Lizzy – For Those Who Love to Live

Thin Lizzy is a rock band formed in 1969, and its founder Phil Lynott, who passed away in 1986, is known by the nickname “The Rocker.” “For Those Who Love to Live” is a track from the 1975 album Fighting.

Going to TryTen Years After59rank/position

Ten Years After – Going To Try (Official Audio)

Ten Years After is a British band formed in 1961, and at the time of its formation the band was called the Jaybirds.

“Going to Try” is included on the album Stonedhenge, released in 1969.

The House of the Rising SunThe Animals60rank/position

The Animals – House Of The Rising Sun (Music Video) [4K HD]

This song, marked by a bluesy guitar riff, can be called a cornerstone of blues rock.

Released by The Animals in 1964, it reached number one on the UK and US charts.

Eric Burdon’s powerful yet plaintive vocals brilliantly convey a tragic story tied to an institution in New Orleans known as the “Rising Sun.” Sung from the perspective of a young person who has fallen into gambling and alcoholism, the lyrics cut deeply into listeners’ hearts.

Based on a traditional American folk song and reinterpreted by The Animals, the piece has continued to be loved across generations.

Tighten UpThe Black Keys61rank/position

The Black Keys – Tighten Up [Official Music Video]

Tighten Up, which adds a rock edge to a solid blues rhythm, is a gem from the American rock band The Black Keys.

This track, which distills the band’s appeal, became a hit born from a chance encounter between vocalist Dan Auerbach and Danger Mouse.

Its simple yet satisfying groove draws listeners into the world of blues rock.

The unpretentious, earnest sound resonates deeply with the listener and reveals a new charm of the genre.

In particular, the guitar riff and the gritty vocals deliver a stunning performance that strikes at the core of blues rock.

It’s a highly recommended classic that I hope many people will listen to.

CenterfoldThe J. Geils Band62rank/position

J Geils Band: Centerfold Lyrics

The J.

Geils Band is an American band formed in 1967.

Their signature song is the 1981 single “Centerfold,” which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

In Japan, it is known by the title “Ochita Tenshi” (Fallen Angel).

ThresholdThe Steve Miller Band63rank/position

Steve Miller Band – Threshold

The Steve Miller Band is an American band formed in 1966, and they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016.

“Threshold” is a track from the 1977 album Book of Dreams, and its Japanese title is “Hishō” (meaning “Flight”).