The rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd rocketed to stardom in the 1970’s. This band’s unique style, Southern sound and foot stomping music is treasured by all Lynryd Skynyrd fans past and present. I was lucky enough to grow up listening to this wonderful band’s music. Their talent still amazes me to this day. Here are my top 10 Best Lynyrd Skynyrd songs. These are my personal favorite songs.
1. Free Bird. This classic Lynyrd Skynyrd song will always be popular and it will be played on the radio forever. It should be. It is a song like no other you will ever hear. This song is about strength, courage, truth and freedom. The great talent of this band literally soars with this song. It is a magical, emotional and unforgettable musical flight that never ended. Just play the song and this free bird takes off again and again. This song has been featured in movie soundtracks like “Forest Gump” and it is one of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s best top 10 songs. That will never change.
2. Sweet Home Alabama. Now, this clever and witty rock song addresses many issues, as it rocks, political ones, musical ones and it keeps on rocking. A toe tapping true Southern rock song at it’s best. Pride in Alabama shines in this classic song. Opinions fly by in the lyrics and humor is required to love this song. You do not have to agree with it to enjoy it. This song is the “home sweet home” of Alabama, through Lynyrd Skynyrd’s talent. It is a greatest hit by this band.
3. Gimme Three Steps. This song is a Southern rock musical story of humor, mistakes and fun. There is also a bit of running in it, also. Whew. This is Lynyrd Skynyrd entertainment at it’s finest and funniest, in my opinion. This is one of my favorite songs by this cool band and hearing it always makes me laugh and smile. It is original and a classic.
4. The Needle And The Spoon. This song has a very important and life saving message to deliver and it is delivered with style, seriousness and grace. I fell in love with this song the very first time that I heard it and I never forgot it or the lesson it teaches. Not only does this song rock but, it delivers a cool anti drug message that is easy to take to heart and remember. Believe it or not, this song changed lives. For the better. I listened and I never ever did mess with a needle or a spoon, that is for sure. Many of my friends listened also. We were young when we heard this song and it taught us well. Kids tend to listen to the warnings of bands that they adore. A brilliantly worded, smart and cool song.
5. Saturday Night Special. “Well, handguns are made for killin’, they ain’t good for nothin’ else and if you like to drink your whiskey, you might even shoot yourself” are some famous lyrics from this fully loaded, gun safety message toting song. I tell you, the band Lynyrd Skynyrd educated many with their musical song messages. You can agree or disagree but, do take the time to enjoy this band, their opinions and this song. It sneaks up on you and rocks. It has humor and a great beat, unforgettable guitar playing and humor along with a serious side.
6. That Smell. This song is about that smell. You know the one. The smell of death all around you. From drugs, from stupidity, yeah, that is the smell that you don’t want to smell. The smell of death is to be avoided and this song is all about that. Clever and creative lyrics, excellent guitar and all sounds groovy and the lyrics are forewarning in this tune. A top 10 best Lynyrd Skynyrd songs choice, for certain. Remember, tomorrow might not be here for you if you smell that smell.
7. Gimme Back My Bullets. This is a cool and tough Southern rock song that forced it’s way into my heart. It has forever remained there. This song is about getting your life together. Gathering your ammo for another round of life, the right way. This is a great Lynyrd Skynyrd song and it leaves a mark. One of their greatest hits!
8. Searching. Now, this song is upbeat and hopeful. The search for love is an endless and tough journey for some, still they never stop searching. That beautiful dream and longing make this song one of my very favorite Lynyrd Skynyrd songs. A wise man and the Lord above give their advice in this song. It is a special song that stands out.
9. I Never Dreamed. This song is lovely and very special, in my opinion. It is about falling in love and taking it for granted…then, one day, the person leaves. Now, you know. You know that they are the one and you never dreamed you would feel this way but, guess what? You do. Next comes asking them to forgive you, understand and come back. Sigh. You never dreamed that you already had the dream. In your arms. What a song. I love it.
10. Tuesday’s Gone. A sad song and yet, it is memorable and beautiful. You have to hear this song to appreciate the message, deep emotion and feeling. A southern flavored rock song that shoots an arrow deep into the heart of a music lover’s soul. Ah. And ow. Bravo!
Lynyrd Skynyrd was my oldest sister’s very favorite band. She is gone now, like many of the key band members of Lynyrd Skynyrd, that died in a tragic plane crash. My sister’s love of this band grew on me and I ended up loving them too. Lynyrd Skynyrd still carries on, to this day, with remaining band members that survived the plane crash, unbelievably, and new band members. Their strength and courage are a testimony to the fact that you can survive almost anything and go on.
The top ten best Lynyrd Skynyrd songs that I picked are a tribute to the band and my personal tribute to my sister Vicki. She passed on to me all of her Lynyrd Skynyrd albums and I cherish them and still play them. They only get better with time. Music and memories live forever. Most of these songs can be found on the greatest hits by Lynyrd Skynyrd CD. Gold And Platinum is also one of my favorite CDs. You can also visit the LynyrdSkynyrd.com web site for more information.
