‘Johnny B. Goode’ — Chuck Berry
In 1958, Chuck Berry released “Johnny B. Goode.” Rolling Stone said that it was “the first rock & roll hit about rock & roll stardom,” as well as “the greatest rock & roll song about the democracy of fame in pop music.” It was a semi-autobiographical song about a New Orleans “country boy” who can play the guitar “like ringing a bell,” peaking at No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100. Because of its influence, it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999. The rock ‘n’ roll single is ranked No. 1 on Rolling Stone’s list of the 100 Greatest Guitar Songs of All Time. Ranker, on the other hand, had it at No. 11.
‘Johnny B. Goode’ — Chuck Berry
‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ — Nirvana
The only song on this list that was released in the 1990s is this one. The song “Smells Like Teen Spirit” became an anthem for that jaded generation. It was given the name of a deodorant brand. The song became a worldwide hit in a variety of countries. It has even been certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. The song also propelled the “Nevermind” album to the top of the charts at the start of 1992. Unfortunately, it put a lot of strain on Nirvana. “There are many other songs that I have written that are as good, if not better,” Kurt Cobain said. The song reached No. 9 on the Rolling Stone list.
‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ — Nirvana