LyricWiki:Song of the Day/Archive/May 2009
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- May 31, 2009: Queen + Paul Rodgers:C-lebrity nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- With a guitar riff resembling Tenacious D's "The Metal", this was the second single released by Queen + Paul Rodgers. I think it's a great ode to celebrity and fame.
Audio on GoEar
- With a guitar riff resembling Tenacious D's "The Metal", this was the second single released by Queen + Paul Rodgers. I think it's a great ode to celebrity and fame.
- May 30, 2009: Slipknot:Dead Memories nominated by Wal31_cr.
- A great song with a amazing performance by the drummer Joey Jordison, also some great riffs throughout the song and a great vocal performance. In my opinion the lyric is a little interesting and for those who have not seen the video, I recommend it to you.
Music video on YouTube
- A great song with a amazing performance by the drummer Joey Jordison, also some great riffs throughout the song and a great vocal performance. In my opinion the lyric is a little interesting and for those who have not seen the video, I recommend it to you.
- May 28, 2009: The Runaways:Cherry Bomb nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- I've never really gotten into girl bands, but my interest has piqued after learning Joan Jett was the group's rhythm guitarist. I'm not surprised it charted on VH1's list of the greatest hard rock songs. Audio on GoEar
- I've never really gotten into girl bands, but my interest has piqued after learning Joan Jett was the group's rhythm guitarist. I'm not surprised it charted on VH1's list of the greatest hard rock songs.
- May 27, 2009: Rise Against:Heaven Knows nominated by Clichedgeek.
- With Rise Against returning to Fat Wreck Chords for the release of the EP Rise Against (May 2009), it is time to look a back at one of their previous tracks with the label and a great example of their earlier material. Music video on YouTube Audio on GoEar
- With Rise Against returning to Fat Wreck Chords for the release of the EP Rise Against (May 2009), it is time to look a back at one of their previous tracks with the label and a great example of their earlier material.
- May 26, 2009: Tom Petty:Saving Grace nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- The first single from Highway Companion became one of my favorites after hearing it on the radio. That driving guitar riff rocks. Audio on GoEar
- The first single from Highway Companion became one of my favorites after hearing it on the radio. That driving guitar riff rocks.
- May 25, 2009: Traffic:John Barleycorn nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- Arranged by Stevie Winwood, Traffic's cover of the English folk song is one of my faves from the band. The song is so soft-spoken, you can't help but sympathize with the title character. Audio on GoEar
- Arranged by Stevie Winwood, Traffic's cover of the English folk song is one of my faves from the band. The song is so soft-spoken, you can't help but sympathize with the title character.
- May 24, 2009: UFO:Rock Bottom nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- At a searing six and a half minutes, this is an awesome UFO song. I think it's got everything it needs to satisfy hard rock fans. Audio on GoEar
- At a searing six and a half minutes, this is an awesome UFO song. I think it's got everything it needs to satisfy hard rock fans.
- May 23, 2009: UFO:Lights Out nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- I think the first time I ever heard of UFO was when I heard Tesla's cover of "Rock Bottom". But I'm glad I did. This is a great British hard rock song. Music video on YouTube
- I think the first time I ever heard of UFO was when I heard Tesla's cover of "Rock Bottom". But I'm glad I did. This is a great British hard rock song.
- May 22, 2009: Coldplay:Viva La Vida nominated by Heptosphinx-42.
- Coldplay is no doubt one of the greatest alternative rock bands. This song is basically built around a repeating guitar section and the timpani playing in the background. I am pleased to finally see one of their songs become a #1 hit. Music video on YouTube
- Coldplay is no doubt one of the greatest alternative rock bands. This song is basically built around a repeating guitar section and the timpani playing in the background. I am pleased to finally see one of their songs become a #1 hit.
- May 21, 2009: R.E.M.:Electrolite nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- R.E.M.'s third single from New Adventures in Hi-Fi is an ode to Los Angeles and Hollywood icons. I really like it because it mentions two of my favorite actors: Steve McQueen, and Martin Sheen. And the piano part is superb. Audio on GoEar
- R.E.M.'s third single from New Adventures in Hi-Fi is an ode to Los Angeles and Hollywood icons. I really like it because it mentions two of my favorite actors: Steve McQueen, and Martin Sheen. And the piano part is superb.
- May 20, 2009: Franz Ferdinand:The Dark Of The Matinée nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- As the follow-up single to "Take Me Out" (and as a proclaimed ripoff of "Hell Hotel" by They Might Be Giants), it's one of Franz Ferdinand's most popular hits, reaching the Top Ten in the UK. And the music is great, too; that riff is quite catchy. Music video on YouTube
- As the follow-up single to "Take Me Out" (and as a proclaimed ripoff of "Hell Hotel" by They Might Be Giants), it's one of Franz Ferdinand's most popular hits, reaching the Top Ten in the UK. And the music is great, too; that riff is quite catchy.
- May 19, 2009: Tesla:Space Truckin' nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- While Jeff Keith's voice doesn't quite measure up to Ian Gillan's, Tesla's cover of the Deep Purple song is still a gem in my book. To me, it seems a bit odd for a hard rock band to cover a hard rock band, but Tesla definitely makes it work. Audio on GoEar
- While Jeff Keith's voice doesn't quite measure up to Ian Gillan's, Tesla's cover of the Deep Purple song is still a gem in my book. To me, it seems a bit odd for a hard rock band to cover a hard rock band, but Tesla definitely makes it work.
- May 18, 2009: Alice Cooper:School's Out nominated by Alice2.
- I'm nominating this a little late for Mother's Day, because it's my mother's favorite song, and I'm sure everyone can relate to it. I myself am not a big fan of Alice Cooper, but I've decided to appreciate the irony of the kid not approving of what the parents listen to. Besides, it's a cool song.
- May 17, 2009: The Outlaws:Hurry Sundown nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- Another great cowboy song from The Outlaws, this is a bit more hard-rocking than "(Ghost) Riders". But Hughie Thomasson has got such a great voice, it makes up for it in spades. Audio on GoEar
- Another great cowboy song from The Outlaws, this is a bit more hard-rocking than "(Ghost) Riders". But Hughie Thomasson has got such a great voice, it makes up for it in spades.
- May 16, 2009: The Guess Who:No Sugar Tonight/New Mother Nature nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- Released as the B-side to "American Woman", it's got a simple, sweet melody. This is definitely a classic rock keeper. Music video on YouTube
- Released as the B-side to "American Woman", it's got a simple, sweet melody. This is definitely a classic rock keeper.
- May 15, 2009: Carole King:Where You Lead nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- I can't believe I'm admitting I watch it, but television fans will recognize the song as the theme to Gilmore Girls. I really like the piano playing; it's just so bouncy and up-tempo. Audio on GoEar
- I can't believe I'm admitting I watch it, but television fans will recognize the song as the theme to Gilmore Girls. I really like the piano playing; it's just so bouncy and up-tempo.
- May 14, 2009: Coldplay:Cemeteries Of London nominated by Dvp7.
- A fantastic song off Coldplay's recent outing, Viva la Vida.... It is a very good "opener" of sorts - the first song on the album to have lyrics, and it fits so well onto the album. Music video on YouTube
- A fantastic song off Coldplay's recent outing, Viva la Vida.... It is a very good "opener" of sorts - the first song on the album to have lyrics, and it fits so well onto the album.
- May 13, 2009: Coldplay:Warning Sign nominated by Dvp7.
- A beautifully crafted song, both lyrically and musically. One of Coldplay's best, although not as well-known as I thought it was. Music video on YouTube(Played live)
- A beautifully crafted song, both lyrically and musically. One of Coldplay's best, although not as well-known as I thought it was.
- May 12, 2009: Lynyrd Skynyrd:Sweet Home Alabama nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- Written in response to Neil Young's "Southern Man" and "Alabama", ironically none of the band members were actually from Alabama: most of the band was from Florida, while Ed King was from California. But the song is still a Southern rock classic, and it's one of my favorites from the genre. Audio on GoEar
- Written in response to Neil Young's "Southern Man" and "Alabama", ironically none of the band members were actually from Alabama: most of the band was from Florida, while Ed King was from California. But the song is still a Southern rock classic, and it's one of my favorites from the genre.
- May 11, 2009: The Kinks:All Day And All Of The Night nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- Featuring one of the most recognizable riffs in garage rock, this is one of my favorite songs from the British Invasion. The Kinks' raw sound just makes it incredible. Audio on GoEar
- Featuring one of the most recognizable riffs in garage rock, this is one of my favorite songs from the British Invasion. The Kinks' raw sound just makes it incredible.
- May 10, 2009: Hollywood Undead:Undead nominated by Joesmo2008.
- This song by Hollywood Undead from their album Swan Songs is a great song. Great intro music. Great song to listen to if you want to get pumped up for a sporting event. Music video on YouTube
- This song by Hollywood Undead from their album Swan Songs is a great song. Great intro music. Great song to listen to if you want to get pumped up for a sporting event.
- May 09, 2009: Saliva:Judgement Day nominated by Someone.
- It describes our troops very well. And what they go through when they are away from home. Not to mention that it is another great song by the group. Music video on YouTube
- It describes our troops very well. And what they go through when they are away from home. Not to mention that it is another great song by the group.
- May 08, 2009: The Firm:Star Trekkin' nominated by Dvp7.
- Quite simply an amazing song, albeit a strange video, but this Trek themed song is well known in the general community. It might be cheesy, but with a new Trek film out, the Enterprise will again be boldly going forward, cos we can't find reverse. Music video on YouTube
- Quite simply an amazing song, albeit a strange video, but this Trek themed song is well known in the general community. It might be cheesy, but with a new Trek film out, the Enterprise will again be boldly going forward, cos we can't find reverse.
Preferred Date: 08 May 2009, official release date of the new Star Trek film.
- May 07, 2009: Disturbed:Divide nominated by Andrew502502.
- The guitar is awesome in this song; another great creation from Disturbed. I love the way he yells "GO!" at the beginning of the song. Audio on GoEar
- The guitar is awesome in this song; another great creation from Disturbed. I love the way he yells "GO!" at the beginning of the song.
- May 06, 2009: KoRn:Thoughtless nominated by 208.66.245.166.
- It's an awesome song about revenge against bullies. Music video on YouTube
- It's an awesome song about revenge against bullies.
- May 05, 2009: The Outlaws:(Ghost) Riders In The Sky nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- Of the two cover versions I've heard of the classic cowboy song, this is probably my favorite. As a Southern rock band, The Outlaws just seem to fit the song perfectly. Audio on GoEar
- Of the two cover versions I've heard of the classic cowboy song, this is probably my favorite. As a Southern rock band, The Outlaws just seem to fit the song perfectly.
- May 04, 2009: Stevie Ray Vaughan:Couldn't Stand The Weather nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- While the music is great, I'm nominating it more because of the memorable music video, featuring footage of Vaughan and Double Trouble in a rainstorm performing the song. It's not laugh out loud funny, but it does fit the music. Music video on YouTube
- While the music is great, I'm nominating it more because of the memorable music video, featuring footage of Vaughan and Double Trouble in a rainstorm performing the song. It's not laugh out loud funny, but it does fit the music.
- May 03, 2009: Queen:We Are The Champions nominated by User:Sean Colombo.
- This one goes out to everyone running the Pittsburgh Marathon today!
Music video on YouTube
- This one goes out to everyone running the Pittsburgh Marathon today!
- May 02, 2009: Wings:Live And Let Die nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- Commissioned specifically as the theme song to the James Bond film, it was up to that point, the most successful Bond theme. The song reached #2 in the US Billboard Hot 100 in 1973 and #7 in the UK charts and still remains a staple of Paul's live show, with the pyrotechnic displays dramatically exploding during the "live and let die" refrain. Audio on GoEar
- Commissioned specifically as the theme song to the James Bond film, it was up to that point, the most successful Bond theme. The song reached #2 in the US Billboard Hot 100 in 1973 and #7 in the UK charts and still remains a staple of Paul's live show, with the pyrotechnic displays dramatically exploding during the "live and let die" refrain.
- May 01, 2009: Wings:Band On The Run nominated by Cubs Fan2007.
- This is one of Paul McCartney's most popular post-Beatles hits, being one of nine #1 singles. It's certainly one of my favorites to sing-along with. Audio on GoEar
- This is one of Paul McCartney's most popular post-Beatles hits, being one of nine #1 singles. It's certainly one of my favorites to sing-along with.
