Rod Stewart Popular Song Rankings [2026]
Rod Stewart, born in 1945 and hailing from London.
Before launching his solo career, he performed with the Jeff Beck Group and the Small Faces (later renamed Faces).
We’ve compiled a ranking of popular songs by the superstar, who is also known for his love of football.
Check it out.
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Rod Stewart Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (11–20)
When We Were The New BoysRod Stewart16rank/position
A track by British singer-songwriter and musician Rod Stewart.
It is the title track from an album released in 1998 and reached No.
75 on the German charts.
The track was used in a Mitsubishi television commercial.
You’re In My HeartRod Stewart17rank/position
A gem-like love ballad where sweet, bittersweet romance and a passion for soccer are beautifully harmonized.
Rod Stewart’s husky, emotionally rich voice gently weaves a story of encounters and partings.
Its inventive approach—overlaying feelings for a distinctive woman with affection for a soccer team—is also captivating.
Included on the album “Foot Loose & Fancy Free,” released in November 1977, the song climbed high on charts around the world and has been widely used in romantic scenes in films and television shows.
Serene and warm, this track is perfect when you want to quietly express your feelings to someone special or be soothed by a tender melody that touches the heart.
SmileRod Stewart18rank/position
This is the song that was used in Toyota’s Estima minivan commercial in 2004.
The song, Smile, was composed by the king of comedy Charles Chaplin for his film Modern Times as a piece within the movie.
Lyrics were later added, and it became a classic covered by many musicians.
The version used in this commercial is by the British singer Rod Stewart.
Maggie MayRod Stewart19rank/position
This is a signature song by singer-songwriter Rod Stewart, who honed his craft under artists like Jeff Beck.
Its breezy, folk-tinged melody and his husky voice somehow fit perfectly with an evening drive.
He’s also known as a playboy, having had eight children with four women.
Burning Youth (Young Turks)Rod Stewart20rank/position
It’s a pep song from Rod, who’s gained a lot of life experience, aimed at young people.
At the time, there was a bit of surprise—“So even Rod has started doing techno music now.” His coolness was as strong as ever.
By the way, “Young Turks” doesn’t mean “young people from Turkey,” but something like “young hotheads” or “young rebels.”