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Franz Schubert Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

His majestic music is so highly regarded in German Lieder that he is often called the King of Song.

The expansive, soothingly beautiful melodies he created are ones everyone has surely heard at least once.

We’ve compiled a ranking of Schubert’s pieces by popularity.

Please enjoy a graceful time!

Franz Schubert Popular Song Rankings [2026] (91–100)

Demon KingFranz Schubert99rank/position

A song composed by Franz Schubert when he was 18.

It is said he was so moved by Goethe’s poem that he completed it in a single night.

The piece depicts a father fleeing from the Erlking while galloping through the night on horseback, clutching his ailing son.

The piano’s repeated notes evoke the horse’s gallop and the parent and child’s anxiety and urgency, brilliantly expressing the Erlking’s seductive enticements, the father’s desperation, and the boy’s terror.

First performed in 1821, it has since been performed continually by many singers and pianists.

Its unique blend of fear and poignancy makes it perfect for Halloween.

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Demon King (Easy Piano Version)Franz Schubert100rank/position

From its gentle melody to the tragic story hidden beneath, this piece captivates listeners.

Composed by Franz Schubert at the age of 18, it portrays the love between father and son and the inevitability of death.

The piano accompaniment evokes the sound of a horse’s hooves, heightening the tension of the narrative.

Although it is challenging to sing all four distinct roles alone, beginners can still give it a try with a simplified piano version.

Some of you may have even been moved after playing excerpts of the piano score printed in your textbooks.

It’s recommended for those interested in classical music or who enjoy pieces with strong storytelling.

Through this work, why not experience Schubert’s genius for yourself?

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