The Band – The Weight (1968)
Alex “The Weight,” released in 1968 as part of The Band’s debut album Music from Big Pink, is one of the most iconic songs in rock history. Written by Robbie Robertson…
Bob Seger – Against the Wind (1980)
“Against the Wind,” released in 1980 as the title track of Bob Seger’s album Against the Wind, is a reflective and nostalgic song that explores themes of resilience, personal growth,…
Janis Ian – At Seventeen (1975)
“At Seventeen,” released in 1975 as part of Janis Ian’s album Between the Lines, is a deeply emotional and introspective song that explores themes of adolescence, insecurity, and societal expectations.…
Buffy SainteMarie – Universal Soldier (1964)
“Universal Soldier,” written and performed by Buffy Sainte-Marie in 1964, is one of the most iconic anti-war protest songs of the 1960s. With its stark and poignant lyrics, the song…
Cat Stevens – Peace Train (1971)
“Peace Train,” released in 1971 as part of Cat Stevens’ album Teaser and the Firecat, is a hopeful anthem that calls for unity, love, and world peace. With its catchy…
Odetta – Oh, Freedom (1960)
“Keep On Pushing,” released in 1964 as part of Curtis Mayfield and The Impressions’ album of the same name, is a powerful anthem of hope and perseverance. Written by Mayfield,…
Curtis Mayfield – Keep On Pushing (1964)
“Keep On Pushing,” released in 1964 as part of Curtis Mayfield and The Impressions’ album of the same name, is a powerful anthem of hope and perseverance. Written by Mayfield,…
The Temptations – Ball of Confusion (1970)
“Ball of Confusion (That’s What the World is Today),” released in 1970, is one of The Temptations’ most powerful and socially conscious songs. Written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong,…
Woody Guthrie – This Land is Your Land (1951)
“This Land is Your Land,” written by Woody Guthrie in 1940 and released in 1951, is one of America’s most iconic folk songs. Often considered an alternative national anthem, the…
Barry McGuire – Eve of Destruction (1965)
“Eve of Destruction,” released in 1965 and performed by Barry McGuire, is one of the most famous protest songs of the 1960s. Written by P.F. Sloan, the song captures the…