The Best House Music Songs of All Time
From deep house to tech house, these are the best house music songs of all time according to DJ feedback and dancefloor response.
Introduction
There’s no question that house music is one of the most popular genres of music today. With its catchy beats and infectious hooks, it’s easy to see why this genre has become so popular.
However, many people are unaware of the history of house music and how it has evolved over the years. In this article, we will take a look at the origins of house music and some of the best house songs of all time.
So whether you’re a fan of the genre or not, this article is sure to give you some insight into one of the most popular genres of music today.
The ’90s
The ’90s was a decade that saw the rise of house music. This new genre of music was influenced by a number of factors, including disco, Chicago acid house, and Detroit techno. House music quickly rose to popularity and became one of the most popular genres of the ’90s. A number of iconic house songs were released during this decade, including songs by Daft Punk, The Prodigy, and Fatboy Slim.
Daft Punk – “Around the World”
Daft Punk’s “Around the World” was released in 1997 as part of their album entitled Homework. The song was an instant hit, reaching number one in several countries and becoming one of the defining tracks of the ’90s. The song is based around a simple repeating bassline and drums, with occasional female vocals chanting the chorus “around the world.” The song is perhaps most famous for its catchy music video, which features the two members of Daft Punk dancing inside a giant robotic suit.
The Chemical Brothers – “Block Rockin’ Beats”
The Chemical Brothers’ “Block Rockin’ Beats” was one of the most popular house songs of the ’90s. The track features a sample of Public Enemy’s “Bring the Noise,” which gives it a unique edge.
The Prodigy – “Smack My Bitch Up”
“Smack My Bitch Up” is a song by English electronic music group The Prodigy, released as the lead single from their third studio album, The Fat of the Land (1997), on 30 June 1997 by XL Recordings in the United Kingdom and Tommy Boy Records in the United States. The song caused controversy upon its release due to its graphic and explicit lyrics, which were interpreted by some as misogynistic. Upon its release, the song peaked at number one on both the UK Singles Chart and Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart.
The song’s title comes from a line in the lyrics which caused particular offence: “Change my pitch up / Smack my bitch up”. In an interview with NME, Liam Howlett clarified that “bitch” in this context referred to his equipment, while “pissed” referred to being angry. He also thanked then-labelmate Björk for her help with the production of “Smack My Bitch Up”.
The ’00s
This was the decade that saw the rise of electronic dance music and the fall of boy bands. The early 2000s were all about Britney Spears and *NSYNC, but by the end of the decade, the tables had turned. The 2010s saw the rise of electronic dance music and the fall of the pop music industry. This decade was all about the music, and the best house music songs of all time are a reflection of that.
Swedish House Mafia – “Don’t You Worry Child”
“Don’t You Worry Child” is a song by Swedish House Mafia. The song features on their album Until Now and was released as a single on 14 September 2012, debuted at number one on the UK Singles Chart, making it their only UK number one hit. The lyrics are sung by John Martin, who also provides vocals for the band’s singles “Save the World” and “Antidote”.
David Guetta – “Titanium”
David Guetta’s “Titanium” is a house music song that was released in 2011. The song features vocals from Sia Furler. “Titanium” peaked at number one in several countries, including Australia, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Sweden and the United Kingdom. In the United States, “Titanium” peaked at number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Calvin Harris – “I’m Not Alone”
Calvin Harris’ “I’m Not Alone” is one of the best house music songs of all time. The song was released in 2009 and quickly became a club anthem. The song features a catchy synth line and a powerful bass drop that make it irresistible to dance to. “I’m Not Alone” is the perfect song to get any party started.
The ’10s
The 2010s were a decade that saw the rise of many new and different styles of house music. We saw the popularity of deep house, future house, and tech house. Many different artists emerged and helped to shape the sound of the decade. In this article, we will be looking at the best house music songs of the 2010s.
Disclosure – “Latch”
“Latch” is a song by English electronic music duo Disclosure, featuring vocals from Sam Smith. It was released as a digital download on 8 October 2012, on iTunes in the United Kingdom. The song peaked at number 11 on the UK Singles Chart in October 2012. In May 2013, the song charted at number one in Australia for two weeks, becoming Disclosure’s first number one single in that country.
In July 2013, “Latch” received a Gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) denoting 500,000 digital copies sold in the United States.
Duke Dumont – “Need U (100%)”
Duke Dumont’s “Need U (100%)” is a stone-cold classic of ’10s house music. The UK producer’s breakthrough hit was a perfect storm of deep house, pop, and dubstep, resulting in a track that appealed to clubbers and mainstream audiences alike. Featuring the instantly recognizable vocals of A*M*E, “Need U (100%)” is a timeless dancefloor anthem that will make you want to head straight to the nearest nightclub.
Avicii – “Wake Me Up”
avicii – “Wake Me Up” is a song by Swedish DJ and electronic music producer Avicii, released as the lead single from his debut studio album True. The song features vocals by American soul singer Aloe Blacc.
The track peaked at number one in several countries, including Australia, Canada, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. In the US, it spent six weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100—the longest-running No. 1 of 2013—and also topped Billboard’s Year-End Hot 100 chart for 2013.
The song is a blend of electronic music and folk music with main instrumentation consisting of electric guitar and piano; the song also contains influences of country music.
Conclusion
In conclusion, these are some of the best house music songs of all time. They have all stood the test of time and continue to be enjoyed by house music lovers all over the world.
