George Michael Popular Song Rankings [2026]
This is a ranking of popular songs by George Michael, the British artist best known in Japan as the vocalist of Wham.
Combining pop, rock, and R&B, his music—featuring catchy chorus melodies—showcased his overflowing talent, and together with his striking good looks, he became immensely popular.
His scandalous private life kept him in the public eye as a star.
He passed away in 2016.
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George Michael Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (1–10)
I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)George Michael, Aretha Franklin8rank/position
A duet by Aretha Franklin and George Michael, released as a single in 1987.
It was written by Simon Climie and Dennis Morgan.
The song was a hit around the world and won a Grammy Award.
The track was certified Gold in the Netherlands.
December Song (I Dreamed Of Christmas)George Michael9rank/position
George Michael, the British singer-songwriter known for classics like “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” and “Careless Whisper,” has released many timeless songs.
Among them, a piece that’s especially perfect for winter is “December Song (I Dreamed of Christmas).” Its melody evokes a dreamy image of winter and Christmas, and the lyrics depict Christmas as seen through a child’s eyes.
FastloveGeorge Michael10rank/position
A danceable single cut from the 1996 album “Older” that topped the UK charts.
It’s a playboy’s song inviting someone into a risky, grown-up romance, declaring, “I can’t be Mr.
Right.” It exudes the allure of a mature man, completely different from the Wham! era.
George Michael’s Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (11–20)
My Mother Had a BrotherGeorge Michael11rank/position
A song inspired by his uncle, who died on the day George Michael was born.
It contains hidden messages about suicide, fear, and homosexuality.
It was included on his fifth album, Patience, released in 2004.
This album became his final one.
Praying For TimeGeorge Michael12rank/position
A melancholic track that sings about people suffering from poverty and inequality, as well as hypocrisy, hatred, and regret.
It was released in 1990 by British singer-songwriter George Michael.
The song became a hit around the world, reaching No.
1 on the charts in the United States and Canada.
Star PeopleGeorge Michael13rank/position
George Michael, the artist who was a member of the popular pop duo Wham!, isn’t necessarily widely recognized in Japan, but he’s a globally renowned artist with total worldwide sales exceeding 100 million records.
His classic track “Star People,” included on his 1996 album “Older,” gained popularity for its catchy, star-themed lyrics and melody.
FREEDOM 94George Michael14rank/position
It’s a song by George Michael, the vocalist of Wham!.
It started with the release of Freedom! ’90, and the music video became a hot topic at the time because it featured many famous models.
The ’94 version is a gospel-style arrangement of that.