‘Johnny B. Goode’ — Chuck Berry
People recognized Chuck Berry’s hit song in 1958, “Johnny B. Goode” as the first rock & roll hit stardom and the greatest song of the democracy of fame in pop music. It was included in the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999 and placed number one on Rolling Stone’s list of 100 Greatest Guitar Songs of All Time for its impact. It’s a blazing achievement among Ranker fans, who also put it on number eleven spot.
‘Johnny B. Goode’ — Chuck Berry
‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ — Nirvana
“Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana was the only chart song of the ’90s that has become a theme song for an apathetic generation. The new song was the band’s biggest success worldwide. The Recording Industry Association of America also certifies platinum, and at the beginning of 1992, it sent the “Nevermind” album on top of the charts. The song does, however, put negative pressure on the band. “Smells Like Teen Spirit” is placed on number nine by Rolling Stone and number thirteen by the Rankers voters.
‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ — Nirvana
