Van Halen was established in Pasadena, California in 1972. Since that time, Van Halen has become one of the legendary bands of rock music. They have had hits in several decades. In the 1980s, they had more hit records than any other band in rock or heavy metal music. Their distinctive style has won them the praise and adoration of millions. Let’s take a look at the top ten hits by Van Halen.
10. Panama
Panama is a song off of the album 1984. It was a number two hit for Van Halen. It is an uptempo song. The song is about a car. The lead singer was accused of writing sings about cars by critics, but he hadn’t up until that point, so with this song, he did.
9. Runaround
Runaround is a song off of the album For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge. It was a number one hit for Van Halen. It is an uptempo song. The song is about a woman who is giving a man the runaround.
8. When It’s Love
When It’s Love is a song off of the album OU812. It was a number one hit for Van Halen. It is a power ballad. The song is about love and being in a relationship. It has a nice beat and the vocals are distinctive.
7. (Oh) Pretty Woman
(Oh) Pretty Woman is a song off of the album Diver Down. It was a number one hit for Van Halen. It is a remake of the classic song made famous by the great Roy Orbison.It is one of the best songs of all time and Van Halen does it justice.
6. Without You
Without You is a song off of the album Van Halen III. It was a number one hit for Van Halen. It is an uptempo song. An interesting fact about the video of this song is that it was shot inside a castle made of ice. The video also cost one million dollars to make.
5. Black and Blue
Black and Blue is a song off of the album OU812. It was a number one hit for Van Halen. It is an uptempo song. The song features excellent vocals.
4. Right Now
Right Now is a song off of the album For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge. It was a number two hit for Van Halen. It is an uptempo song. The song speaks of living each day as if it were your last. It also speaks of making changes in your life when necessary.
3. Dancing in the Street
Dancing in the Street is a song off of the album Diver Down. It was a number three hit for Van Halen. It is a remake of the Martha and the Vandellas classic hit from 1964. I think Van Halen does a very nice job of making this song their own.
2. Me Wise Magic
Me Wise Magic is a song off of the album Best of Volume I. It was a number one hit for Van Halen. It is an uptempo song. The song has a very unique sound. It is very pleasing to the ear.
1. Jump
Jump is a song off of the album 1984. It was a number one hit for Van Halen. It is an uptempo song. It is the best most recognizable song, and in my opinion, it’s best.
Source:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Van Halen
