Song Reviews
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“Jive Talkin’” by the Bee Gees
The Fun Song Friday column takes one final turn on the dancefloor with the Gibb brothers.
“Saving All My Love For You” by Whitney Houston
Dim the lights, light a candle or two, and celebrate the 40th anniversary of Whitney Houston's glittering debut album.
“Modern Love” by David Bowie
Throwing it back to one of the best pop-rock tracks in Bowie's catalog.
“Twist and Shout” by the Beatles
Finally, the wait is over—I found a fun Beatles song for you to enjoy.
“Johnny B. Goode” by Chuck Berry
One of the most important rock and roll songs ever from a true guitar hero.
“When Love Takes Over” by David Guetta ft. Kelly Rowland
Most days, this song is my pick for the greatest electronic track ever recorded.
“Lust for Life” by Iggy Pop
Ladies and gentlemen, Iggy Pop.
“Now That We Found Love” by Heavy D & the Boyz
One of the best club anthems from an exceptional early-90s period.
“Love Generation” by Bob Sinclar
We have to be the love generation, y'all
“Freeway of Love” by Aretha Franklin
Drop the pedal and go with the Queen of Soul!
“Yeah!” by Usher ft. Lil Jon, Ludacris
One of the biggest party anthems of the 21st century.
“Gimme Some Lovin’” by the Spencer Davis Group
A pop-rock perfect 10 from Steve Winwood and company.
“That Don't Impress Me Much” by Shania Twain
An exceptional pop-country crossover from a Canadian music icon.
“Why Can’t I Be You?” by the Cure
An undeniably infectious toe-tapper from the new wave greats.
“Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z & Alicia Keys
This hip-hop crossover smash hit turns 15 this week.
“Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)” by ABBA
A late-70s dancefloor anthem celebrates its 45th anniversary!
“Gasolina” by Daddy Yankee
The star-making single from the man dubbed "King of Reggaetón."
“These Boots Are Made For Walkin’” by Nancy Sinatra
One of the best folk-pop hits and feminist anthems of its era.
“Cars” by Gary Numan
One of the oddest No. 1 hits ever made.
“Big Poppa” by the Notorious B.I.G.
An ultra-smooth seductor.
“Bizarre Love Triangle” by New Order
One of the best dance tracks of the 80s.
“Summer Nights” by Rascal Flatts
A feel-good, end-of-summer anthem.
“Summer Nights” by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John
A super-sweet summer-themed classic.
“Feel It Still” by Portugal. The Man
An exceptional alt-rock groove.
“Saturday in the Park” by Chicago
Chicago's 1972 paean delivers a singalong melody & punchy horns for summer in the city...any city!
“Highway to Hell” by AC/DC
An all-time hard rock anthem.
“Cruel Summer” by Bananarama
But it's actually fun.
“Hot Stuff” by Donna Summer
A disco stomper of the highest order.
“Baby I’m a Star” by Prince
A "Purple Rain" highlight.
“Got To Keep On” by the Chemical Brothers
An excellent psychedelic club banger.