‘Imagine’ — John Lennon
We have finally arrived at the end of the list. The Ranker community ranked “Imagine” second, while Rolling Stone dubbed it third. “Imagine” by John Lennon first came out in the United States in October 1971, while it was released across the pond in October 1975. This was the best-selling solo hit of his solo musical career. It is one of the most performed songs of the 20th century as well. Over the years, it has been covered by Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Madonna, Lady Gaga, and more. Since 2005, it has always preceded the New Year’s Time Square Ball drop. The Recording Industry Association of America put it at No. 30 on its 365 Songs of the Century list. Not long before his assassination, he said that Yoko Ono contributed many of its content and lyrics. In 2017, she finally got a co-writing credit for it.
‘Imagine’ — John Lennon
‘Shop Around’ – Smokey Robinson And The Miracles
Barrett Strong should record “Shop Around,” according to Robinson, but Gordy convinced Smokey that he’s the perfect guy for the job. Gordy heard this on the radio after it was released and thought it was way too slow. He awoke Robinson at 3 a.m. and summoned him back to the studio to re-cut it — faster and with more emphasis on Robinson’s vocals. That one was successful.
Smokey Robinson And The Miracles
