Nirvana’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

On A PlainNirvana41rank/position

Nirvana – On A Plain (Live at Reading 1992)

A song included on the 1991 album Nevermind.

It was also released as a limited single in the form of a promotional CD.

The track has been covered by artists such as Agent Orange, Frank Turner, and The Album Leaf.

Pennyroyal TeaNirvana42rank/position

Nirvana – Pennyroyal Tea [Unplugged In New York, Lyrics, 1993 HD]

The title “Pennyroyal Tea” is known for inducing abortion when consumed in large quantities, and because of its toxicity, drinking a lot of it is considered extremely dangerous.

The song is about a harsh decision, the difficult choices surrounding it, and the guilt that follows.

SCOFFNirvana43rank/position

Nirvana – Scoff

The 8th track on their debut album “Bleach.” The lyrics, which take a defiant stance of not caring how others see you, could be described as quintessentially youthful.

Musically, it features simple drums and guitar, with Kurt shouting in the chorus—a structure that makes it regarded as one of the representative songs from that period.

SchoolNirvana44rank/position

Nirvana – School (Live At Reading 1992) (Official Music Video)

This song is known as the one that was performed first in the setlist when Nirvana toured Europe in 1989 with their Sub Pop labelmates, TAD.

It is included on their debut album, Bleach, released in 1989.

Serve The ServantsNirvana45rank/position

Nirvana – Serve The Servants (Live On “Tunnel”, Rome, Italy/1994) (Official Music Video)

This is the first track on Nirvana’s final album, In Utero.

It begins with a somewhat mysterious guitar riff, and the languid vocals embody Nirvana’s signature style.

Rather than building up in the chorus, it’s characterized by repeating a low, striking phrase during the chorus.