Nina Simone Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

I Loves You PorgyNina Simone6rank/position

Nina Simone – I Loves You Porgy (From “Porgy and Bess”) (Audio)

Nina Simone, often called the greatest singer America let slip away.

Above all, isn’t her greatest appeal her expressive power? Armed with that expressiveness and artistic sensibility, she continued performing as an artist around the world in her later years, especially in France.

She’s also known as a prominent figure who took part in the civil rights movement.

The ballad of hers I’d especially recommend is “I Loves You, Porgy.” It may be a lesser-known song, but it’s a masterpiece that lets you savor her rich lower register and expressive power to your heart’s content!

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I Think It’s Going To Rain TodayNina Simone7rank/position

Nina Simone- I Think It’s Going To Rain Today + Lyrics

This is a deeply moving classic sung by the American songstress Nina Simone.

Featured on her album “Nina Simone and Piano!”, released in November 1969, the song’s lyrics are striking for their contrast between scenes of desolation and human kindness.

Nina Simone’s rich, sultry vocals blend beautifully with the piano, leaving a profound impression on listeners.

Loved by many, it was also used as the opening theme for the BBC One drama “Broken.” It’s the perfect piece to listen to during a tidying-up break, offering a sense of cleansing and renewal.

Memphis in JuneNina Simone8rank/position

Memphis in June

A relaxed, sweet jazz tune.

This track by legendary jazz singer Nina Simmons carries a smooth, heartfelt mood that goes beyond the bounds of jazz, evoking elements of gospel, R&B, and more.

Her husky yet silky voice, backed by remarkable vocal prowess, overflows with expressive richness.

The mellow atmosphere is so soothing you might just drift off to sleep before you know it.

SummertimeNina Simone9rank/position

Nina Simone – Summertime

Composed by George Gershwin in 1935 for the opera Porgy and Bess, with lyrics by DuBose Heyward.

It is known as a jazz standard.

It has been widely sung across genres such as pop and rock, resulting in numerous cover versions.

Don’t ExplainNina Simone10rank/position

Nina Simone Don’t Explain

Here is a song created by the famous jazz singer Billie Holiday and Arthur Herzog Jr.

Its lyrics tell a man who’s making excuses for cheating not to make excuses.

For listeners in Japan who are familiar with genres like enka, it might resonate more naturally than expected.

It’s one of the standard songs that has long been loved and performed by many jazz singers.

Nina Simone’s distinctive voice makes this song even more captivating.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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