Top 5 Progressive Rock: Yes – Signature and Popular Songs
Among the progressive rock bands that Britain proudly boasts, Yes stands out as one of the so-called “Big Four” or “Top Five” of prog, having achieved global success with their powerful yet symphonic ensemble underpinned by advanced technique, artwork that exudes aesthetic sensibility, mystical lyrics, and beautiful melodies.
Over their long career, the band has undergone many lineup changes and even explored more pop-oriented directions at times, so it may take some persistence for newcomers to trace their illustrious history.
In this article, we introduce a number of Yes’s wonderful and representative classic songs.
We hope this serves as a gateway for you to discover their music!
Playlist
| Top 5 Progressive Rock: Yes – Signature and Popular Songs | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | RoundaboutYES |  play_arrow | Introduction to YES's representative work 'Roundabout' |
| 2 | Close To The EdgeYES |  play_arrow | A masterpiece album by Yes. A classic composed of three tracks. |
| 3 | Owner of A Lonely HeartYES |  play_arrow | A big hit song from YES's reunion work |
| 4 | Heart Of The SunriseYES |  play_arrow | An intense sound that fuses intricate performances in odd time signatures |
| 5 | Wonderous StoriesYES |  play_arrow | A 1977 song with the ethereal sound of a 12-string guitar |
| 6 | And You And IYES |  play_arrow | YES’s magnum opus: an epic track just over 10 minutes long |
| 7 | AuroraYES |  play_arrow | Yes's new song, a symphonic masterpiece |
| 8 | Tempus FugitYES |  play_arrow | YES, crisis averted with the acquisition of Buggles |
| 9 | AwakenYES |  play_arrow | A 15-minute epic inspired by Rembrandt |
| 10 | Siberian KhatruYES |  play_arrow | A complex and dynamic track from Yes’s album Fragile |
| 11 | The Gates of DeliriumYES |  play_arrow | YESの大作『The Gates of Delirium』 |
| 12 | Starship TrooperYES |  play_arrow | YES, evolving into prog rock |
| 13 | Time and a WordYES |  play_arrow | Early art rock works by Yes |
| 14 | To Be OverYES |  play_arrow | A track included on Yes's 1974 album |
| 15 | Rhythm of LoveYES |  play_arrow | A timeless masterpiece from the Big Generator era |
| 16 | Yours Is No DisgraceYES |  play_arrow | The 1971 album in which Yes shifted to progressive rock |
| 17 | Homeworld (The Ladder)YES |  play_arrow | Introduction to the songs from YES's 1999 album 'The Ladder' |
| 18 | I’ve Seen All Good PeopleYES |  play_arrow | A signature song by Yes, with bright harmonies |
| 19 | RitualYES |  play_arrow | Oriental Mystery Piece with Sitar Sounds |
| 20 | The Ancient (Giants Under The Sun)YES |  play_arrow | YES's album tops the UK chart |
| 21 | Going For The OneYES |  play_arrow | YES’ ultimate edition with Rick’s return |
| 22 | 90125YES | play_arrow | Carved a new page in the history of UK rock… |
| 23 | Brother of MineAnderson Bruford Wakeman Howe |  play_arrow | Former Yes vocalist recreates the band’s 1970s musical style |
| 24 | Lonely Heart (Owner of a Lonely Heart)YES |  play_arrow | Yes shifts from complex music to pop |
| 25 | Into The LensYES |  play_arrow | Introduction to songs included in the 1980 album |
| 26 | SweetnessYES |  play_arrow | Yes, a famous band of progressive rock |
| 27 | Owner Of Lonley HeartYES | play_arrow | A band that laid the foundation of progressive rock... |
| 28 | Endress DreamYES |  play_arrow | A complex track from ’94, alternating between tension and a laid-back feel |
| 29 | Don’t Kill The WhaleYES |  play_arrow | A song that Jesus produced in a bright and constructive manner |
| 30 | Open Your EyesYES |  play_arrow | Yes classic, Steve’s participation on keyboards |
| 31 | The Fish（Schindleria Praematurus）YES |  | A story-like song by Yes with a sense of speed |
| 32 | MagnificationYES |  play_arrow | A grand piece where Yes merges with an orchestra |
| 33 | Saving My HeartYES |  play_arrow | A gentle, pleasant song from the 1991 release Kesshō (Crystal) |
| 34 | Beyond and BeforeYES |  play_arrow | British rock band Yes inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017 |
| 35 | Leave ItYES |  play_arrow | Yes, the English rock band, ... |
| 36 | Love Will Find A WayYES |  play_arrow | The beautiful pop sound of Yes’s music |
| 37 | SurvivalYES |  play_arrow | The last track of Yes’s 1969 debut album |
| 38 | Lift Me UpYES |  play_arrow | Jesus' resurrection became a big hit with eight people |