‘Purple Haze’ — The Jimi Hendrix Experience
On Rolling Stone’s list of the best songs, “Purple Haze” is ranked No. 17. It was written by Jimi Hendrix and released as the second single from The Jimi Hendrix Experience in 1967. This is one of his most well-known songs, and it is credited with introducing many people to his unique psychedelic rock style. It frequently appears on best-of lists, including the No. 1 slot on Q magazine’s list and the No. 2 spots on Rolling Stone’s. It was voted the 6th best Jimi Hendrix song by Rolling Stone readers in 2013.
‘London Calling’ — The Clash
While going through personal difficulties and being concerned about world issues, The Clash created one of their most renowned songs. They didn’t have any management at the time, but they did have a lot of debt. This was the only single from the eponymous album to be released in the United Kingdom. It peaked at No. 11 on the charts in 1980, making them the highest-charting single band until “Should I Stay or Should I Go” a decade later.