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
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	RoundaboutYES		Introduction to YES's representative work 'Roundabout'
2	Close To The EdgeYES		A masterpiece album by Yes. A classic composed of three tracks.
3	Owner of A Lonely HeartYES		A big hit song from YES's reunion work
4	Heart Of The SunriseYES		An intense sound that fuses intricate performances in odd time signatures
5	Wonderous StoriesYES		A 1977 song with the ethereal sound of a 12-string guitar
6	And You And IYES		YES’s magnum opus: an epic track just over 10 minutes long
7	Siberian KhatruYES		A complex and dynamic track from Yes’s album Fragile
8	AwakenYES		A 15-minute epic inspired by Rembrandt
9	Tempus FugitYES		YES, crisis averted with the acquisition of Buggles
10	The Gates of DeliriumYES		YESの大作『The Gates of Delirium』
11	Starship TrooperYES		YES, evolving into prog rock
12	To Be OverYES		A track included on Yes's 1974 album
13	Time and a WordYES		Early art rock works by Yes
14	Rhythm of LoveYES		A timeless masterpiece from the Big Generator era
15	Yours Is No DisgraceYES		The 1971 album in which Yes shifted to progressive rock
16	I’ve Seen All Good PeopleYES		A signature song by Yes, with bright harmonies
17	Homeworld (The Ladder)YES		Introduction to the songs from YES's 1999 album 'The Ladder'
18	RitualYES		Oriental Mystery Piece with Sitar Sounds
19	The Ancient (Giants Under The Sun)YES		YES's album tops the UK chart
20	Going For The OneYES		YES’ ultimate edition with Rick’s return
21	Lonely Heart (Owner of a Lonely Heart)YES		Yes shifts from complex music to pop
22	90125YES		Carved a new page in the history of UK rock…
23	Brother of MineAnderson Bruford Wakeman Howe		Former Yes vocalist recreates the band’s 1970s musical style
24	Into The LensYES		Introduction to songs included in the 1980 album
25	SweetnessYES		Yes, a famous band of progressive rock
26	Endress DreamYES		A complex track from ’94, alternating between tension and a laid-back feel
27	Don’t Kill The WhaleYES		A song that Jesus produced in a bright and constructive manner
28	Open Your EyesYES		Yes classic, Steve’s participation on keyboards
29	Owner Of Lonley HeartYES		A band that laid the foundation of progressive rock...
30	Leave ItYES		Yes, the English rock band, ...
31	Love Will Find A WayYES		The beautiful pop sound of Yes’s music
32	MagnificationYES		A grand piece where Yes merges with an orchestra
33	Saving My HeartYES		A gentle, pleasant song from the 1991 release Kesshō (Crystal)
34	Beyond and BeforeYES		British rock band Yes inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017
35	The Fish（Schindleria Praematurus）YES		A story-like song by Yes with a sense of speed
36	SurvivalYES		The last track of Yes’s 1969 debut album
37	Lift Me UpYES		Jesus' resurrection became a big hit with eight people