Rock music has been around for ages. This genre of music emerged in the 50s.
A lot of music fans are in love with rock music. The thrill and excitement this music delivers is exceptional.
There are many rock music hits released in the past but are still quite popular. Such are the songs we are going to focus on.
15 rock songs that still pump up the party in 2021
Rock songs are known to literally rock audiences. They keep dancing and rocking to the music all day long.
15. Shout by Otis Day and The Knights
If you want to infuse a party fever, feature this song in your playlist. The reception will shock you.
Shout is termed as the best rock party song in history. Many parties have gotten out of control because of the insane power of this track.
This song has indeed become legendary. It’s perfect for any part you want to throw.
14. Rock And Roll All Nite by Kiss
This song was inspired by Slade’s song Cum On Feel the Noize. It was released at a concert in 1976 at Cobo Hall in Detroit.
The song eventually replaced Kiss’ closing number “Let Me Go, Rock ‘n’ Roll” for their ongoing tours. Rock And Roll All Nite has been named one of the greatest hard rock songs ever.
As of 1997, Kiss was one of the touring bands with the highest grossing.
13. Radio Ga Ga by Queen
The rock music industry cannot be what it is now without the likes of Queen. The Queen band has been among the best success stories in music.
Queen was a big band when it launched in the 80s. They performed so well in the Live Aid performance in the mid-80s.
Some of their songs are still a big hit in 2021. They include Don’t Stop Me Now, among others.
12. Should I Stay or Should I Go by The Clash
This is one of the biggest rock hit songs of all time. It enabled The Clash rock band to be on the U.K. charts Number 1 single.
The song was released in 1982 but received massive popularity within no time. It was indeed a classic that still gets lots of audiences.
This track is among Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time list. Recently, Netflix has featured the song in the T.V. series Stranger Things.
11. Sweet Child ‘O Mine by Guns N’ Roses
The rock music industry could not be where it is without this track. It was a big sensation and still is. In 2019, the song received one billion views on YouTube.
Even though the track was released in 1988, it remains relevant to date. It was among the single in the Guns N’ Roses’ Appetite For Destruction Album.
This track was the only one to be in the U.S. single. It has not lost its taste thrill till now.
10. Proud Mary by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Proud Mary by Creedence Clearwater Revival has been a massive success over the years. In the U.S. alone, the song has sold over a million copies.
Later on, Tina Turner did the cover for his track. Can you believe it won a Grammy Award!
The success of this single is what has led to its popularity. It is not going down any time soon.
9. Born to be Wild by Steppenwolf
The title of the song can make you dance to it all night long. It was termed as the first heavy metal song.
Born to be Wild has received a lot of credit over the years. No wonder it continues being a hit.
The success of the track made it be used as a soundtrack of a film. The iconic tune of this track is unmatched.
8. Purple Haze by Jimi Hendrix
What Jimi Hendrix wanted the most is for people to keep playing his music long after his death. That has come true because since he died, his music remains on most playlists.
Purple Haze is a fantastic party song that can make you go wild. There is no party you can attend that does not feature this track.
Jimi Hendrix left a memorable legacy with this song. It is one of the biggest rock hits of all time.
7. Love Bites by Def Leppard
Love Bites has attracted a massive fan base over the years. This is a trendy track recorded by Def Leppard.
It remains at the top of any party playlist in the world. Wedding receptions have since featured this track back-to-back.
What you may not know is, this track started as a country song. But with a magic touch from the band, it transitioned to rock.
6. I Love Rock ‘N Roll by Joan Jett & The Blackhearts
This is another hit of all times. I Love Rock ‘N’ Roll was a vast success in the 80s, making it the number 3 song for the entire year.
This track has sold millions of copies until now. Due to its huge success, in 2016, it was inaugurated to the Grammy Hall of Fame.
Legendary musician Britney Spears did a cover for the track, which was also a great hit. She went ahead to feature the song in her movie, Crossroads.
5. Poison by Alice Cooper
A party cannot be fun without playing Poison by Alice Cooper. It is the one song that pumps up the party in a crazy manner.
Poison is of Alice Cooper’s big hits in history. Even though she released it in the late ’80s, its popularity has not faded.
Throw this track into the mix, and your party will become sensational. That is how infectious the track is.
4. Brown Eyed Girl by Van Morrison
If there is one rock song that will not fail you from dancing is Brown Eyed Girl by Van Morrison. It will never disappoint or let you down.
Though this song was released in the ’60s, it has remained popular. It is among the best party rock songs in history.
3. Every Breath You Take by The Police
This track has been used as a party rock song for decades. It was the biggest track for The Police band upon its release in the ’80s.
The popularity of this song keeps rising with each year. This may be because a party cannot be a party without this track.
2. Free Bird by Lynyrd Skynyrd
This song is a great party song. The lyrics can make you feel like a bird while dancing.
The Free Brid track has been featured at many parties. Lynyrd wanted people to have the freeness of a bird as they party.
1. Rock You Like A Hurricane by Scorpions
Rock You Like A Hurricane is a perfect party song. It was released by one of the world’s biggest and successful rock bands, Scorpions.
If you are looking for momentum and power during a party, this is the song to go with. It was a hit then as it is now.
Conclusion
There is nothing like a party without rock tracks. They have a way of making you get into the mood with ease.
Rock songs are here to stay. They were a sensation years back and still are now.