The 31 Greatest Songs From Beginning To End

"'Welcome to the Black Parade' is truly an anthem for the ages."

—twentyonequails

"There's nothing more perfect than 'I Will Always Love You.' Then again, Dolly Parton is a lyrical genius — her songs always tell stories."

—rogers43b4cf985

"'Africa' by Toto is such a fun song. It always brings a smile to my face even though I don't understand it all lol."

—bluejeansgal

"So many of her songs are beautifully written, but this one perfectly captures that sad, but great moment when you are ready to let go and move on from heartbreak."

—brittanym4bc2f4694

"The bridge brings me to tears even now, and I have been happily married for 10 years. It's raw, honest, and vulnerable."

—sunshine0310

"'Redbone' by Childish Gambino is PURE ear gold."

—christinab46df14e30

"It's such a beautiful, emotional song and his voice is amazing!"

—haileym4a406d059

—tt345

"'My Heart Will Go On' is AMAZING! Celine Dion's voice is powerful perfection, and the emotion she puts into the words when she performs it live is even better."

—mollyholmes325

—amandadedie

"This song is perfect from start to finish, especially the lyrics, 'And you call me up again just to break me like a promise, so casually cruel in the name of being honest.'"

—sparksfly89

"I have loved many songs, but when it comes to choosing one favorite of all time, I always go for this one. There's just something about the melody and the lyrics that no other song has been able to beat for me, at least for now."

—yanalaayis

"It's a perfect song about life, loss, and friendship."

—emmanz

"'Fix You' by Coldplay has a great build-up, a great climax, and a great message."

—laurenarevalog

—jksss

—tt345

"From start to finish, this song is absolute perfection! I sing it at the top of my lungs EVERY TIME!"

—emmak45b824723

—nhvt

—nancyreedi

"This song makes you feel things lyrically and the build-up to the end is just transcendent. Not to mention his gorgeous voice — it's all magical."

—nicolenoelanic

"It's an oldie, but it's such an empowering song about two best friends working together to take down an abusive husband."

—beccab414d6d92f

—jksss

"Whenever I listen to 'You've Got A Friend," it feels like someone is giving me a warm hug. This song is my personal reminder that everything is going to be OK, especially when you have good people in your orbit. Carole King is the queen of writing perfect music!"

—kaylayandoli

—tt345

—malihain

"'Satisfied' sung by Renée Elise Goldsberry is PERFECT. From the rhythm to the lyrics, to the repetition of the word 'satisfied' that clearly leaves us unsatisfied. Who could ever top that?"

—c491a7c55f

—graciepoo1335

"Nothing will EVER beat it."

—zenaz

—violinfemmes

"This song soothes my soul every time I listen to it."

—squidness02

"'Fallingwater' has a solid beat throughout the song, incredible vocals, and beautiful lyrics. Seeing Maggie Rogers perform it live is an unreal experience!"

—miapuff