Earth, Wind & Fire’s classic and popular songs
Let me introduce some songs by the American funk band Earth, Wind & Fire.
They are said to have pioneered R&B by blending funk, soul, and jazz with pop music.
In February 2016, the death of their vocalist Maurice White came as a shock to many fans.
They’ve been active since 1969, and we still hear their music in many different settings today.
They’ve gained great popularity not only in the United States but also in Japan.
Masato Nakamura of Dreams Come True is said to be a fan and has been musically influenced by them.
Now, please enjoy the songs of Earth, Wind & Fire, a band that has led the Black music scene.
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Earth, Wind & Fire’s classic and popular songs (11–20)
Sing a SongEarth, Wind & Fire
A gem of a track where a brisk, Latin-percussive groove intertwines with vocals full of character.
It represents an early form of theater-style funk, and beyond the superb band performance, it delivers a mood that seems to pack in the roots of Black music—gospel, soul, and more.
Guiding LightsEarth, Wind & Fire
A track produced with involvement from Philip D.
Bailey, the son of vocalist Philip Bailey.
It is included on the 2013 album “Now, Then & Forever.” The album was a hit around the world and reached No.
6 on the U.
S.
charts.
Time After TimeEarth
This is the biggest hit song by the kids’ idol unit EARTH.
With a catchy, lingering chorus and a solidly crafted track, they were one of the few idol acts that pursued authenticity.
Backed by top-tier producers, this masterpiece consistently ranked near the top of the charts at the time.
Shining StarEarth, Wind & Fire
It’s a low-tempo funk tune.
Despite its very simple structure, the track has a powerful presence, setting itself apart in this vein of funk with its standout guitar and arrangement.
The section that starts with drums following the intro bass is especially excellent, successfully creating a strong groove.
Brazilian RhymeEarth, Wind & Fire
Parappa’s scat is a memorable classic.
With its flowing electric piano melody and pleasant Latin flavor, it’s also famous as an early-morning anthem on Ibiza, the heart of club culture.
Its smooth, ear-pleasing loop has been sampled by many artists.
Can’t Let GoEarth, Wind & Fire
An R&B track released as a single in 1979.
Written by Allee Willis, Bill Meyers, and Maurice White, it reached No.
46 on the UK charts.
It was sampled in Vinyl Fever’s 2000 track “04h50 AM on the Floor.”
Earth, Wind & Fire’s classic and popular songs (21–30)
Let’s GrooveEarth, Wind & Fire
This is one of Earth, Wind & Fire’s signature songs, also famous for its use of vocoder vocals.
It’s a piece of dance music that quietly modulates over a looping bass line, captivating countless discos and dancers.
It continues to be treasured at events and lively gatherings—a crowd-pleasing track that everyone can enjoy.