David Bowie's Most Popular Songs Ranking [2025]

Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps)David Bowie8rank/position

Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps) (2017 Remaster)

David Bowie is a legendary artist who, beyond his music, wielded immense influence across a wide range of fields—including his innovative style, philosophy, and ideas, as well as fashion and art.

In the realm of manga, he had a particularly significant impact in Japan from the 1970s to the 1980s, especially on the design of characters in shoujo manga.

Naturally, Bowie’s song titles are also referenced in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure.

In Part 7, the Stand of Dr.

Ferdinand is named “Scary Monsters,” which is both the title of an album Bowie released in 1980 and its title track.

Bowie’s vocals sung in a Cockney accent and Robert Fripp of King Crimson on guitar make it a fantastic and stylish song—be sure to check it out!

Under PressureQueen & David Bowie9rank/position

Queen – Under Pressure (Official Video)

A song jointly produced by Queen and David Bowie, with which Queen achieved their second number-one on the UK chart.

The music video features several scenes from silent films, as well as footage of Japan’s commuter rush.

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David Bowie – Life On Mars (2016 Mix)

David Bowie, the great artist from England.

Known as one of the pioneers of glam rock, he earned artist-to-artist respect, meaning he was an artist who had a profound influence on musicians around the world.

One of his classic songs is Life On Mars.

It is one of his signature works from the 1970s, and with its complex musicality that packs elements of cabaret and art rock into glam rock, it continues to be highly acclaimed by many listeners and artists today.

Dancing In The StreetDavid Bowie & Mick Jagger11rank/position

David Bowie & Mick Jagger – Dancing In The Street (Official Video)

A single released in 1985.

It’s a cover of Martha and the Vandellas’ single released in 1964.

Although it was recorded for Live Aid, what’s striking is how the two superstar artists of the era are totally into it, trading lines as they sing.

It puts you in a great mood.

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David Bowie – Five Years (HD)

Songs like this are the ones I listened to the most in my younger days.

David Bowie sang pieces like “Five Years” and “Rock ’n’ Roll Suicide,” and he passed away at the beginning of this year.

So it sounds sadder than the song itself, but it’s still a wonderful track.

Peace On Earth / Little Drummer BoyBing Crosby, David Bowie13rank/position

Bing Crosby, David Bowie – Peace On Earth / Little Drummer Boy

This song is known as a masterpiece born from an unlikely pairing.

Bing Crosby’s rich, resonant voice and David Bowie’s clear vocals create a wonderfully balanced harmony.

The structure, which blends a traditional carol with a new composition, beautifully expresses the warmth of Christmas and a wish for peace.

Recorded in September 1977 and released as a single in 1982 after Crosby’s sudden passing, it became a major hit, reaching No.

3 in the UK, and has continued to be cherished in North America as a Christmas staple.

Enjoyable across generations, this piece is perfect for the holiday season—an ideal soundtrack for warm moments with family and friends.

Drive-In SaturdayDavid Bowie14rank/position

David Bowie – Drive-In Saturday

A song that harkens back to old films from the 1960s and 70s, apocalyptically expressing concern for people of the future.

Originally written by Bowie for the British rock band Mott the Hoople, it was recorded by Bowie himself after they turned it down.