Santana Popular Song Rankings [2025]

Incident At NeshaburSantana8rank/position

Santana – Incident At Neshabur

Santana, the American band led by Mexican-born guitarist Carlos Santana.

This is an instrumental masterpiece from their classic 1970 album Abraxas.

Jazz, rock, and Latin music fuse with fiery passion, and the whirlwind structure and improvisation are nothing short of breathtaking.

The piece quotes part of a composition by Horace Silver, then, in the latter half, shifts into a beautiful melody reminiscent of Aretha Franklin—a dramatic arrangement that’s truly compelling.

It’s said that the title carries a powerful message of revolution and liberation, and knowing that background deepens the experience even further.

Also featured on the soundtrack to the film Fillmore (released in 1972), this track is perfect for anyone who wants to feel the band’s musical evolution—or for a night when you want to immerse yourself in a soul-stirring performance.

JingoSantana9rank/position

Santana – Jingo (Audio)

An early masterpiece by Santana, the artist who helped establish the Latin rock genre.

His performance at the legendary Woodstock festival, shredding on a Gibson SG, is truly unforgettable.

In the latter part of his career, he also became well known for collaborative numbers with many artists.

Luz, Amor Y VidaSantana10rank/position

Santana – Luz, Amor Y Vida

A track by Santana, the Latin rock band led by Mexican guitarist Carlos Santana.

The arrangement weaves passionate guitar phrases into a Latin-infused rhythm, creating a nostalgic atmosphere that blends catchiness with a touch of melancholy.

In the mid-section guitar solo, impeccably measured phrases—neither too many nor too few—add color to the piece, achieving a high-level fusion of technique and feel.

It’s a refined instrumental number, filled with evocative lines that conjure vivid scenery.

Maria Maria ft. The Product G&BSantana11rank/position

Santana – Maria Maria (Official Video) ft. The Product G&B

This song is packed with the allure of Latin music.

Santana’s soulful guitar and The Product G&B’s smooth vocals blend beautifully.

The lyrics, depicting life in urban Latin communities, are filled with messages of hope and strength.

It won a Grammy in February 2000 and also achieved major commercial success, spending 10 consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the Billboard chart.

Listen to it on a hot summer day and its comfortable rhythms and passionate sound are sure to lift your spirits.

It’s a must-listen not only for fans of Latin music but also for R&B listeners.

Hold OnSantana12rank/position

Santana – Hold On

Santana, the American band known as pioneers of Latin rock—their sound, woven from passionate guitar and percussion, is truly one of a kind.

In August 1982, they released a track included on the landmark album Shangó.

Since it’s a cover of a song by a Canadian artist, it’s built on a sentimental rock melody, yet transformed into a dance number where their signature Latin groove shines in perfect fusion.

The song delivers a poignant yet empowering message, as if pleading with a loved one to “hold on just a little longer,” and it resonates deeply.

This classic, which reached No.

15 on the U.

S.

charts, is perfect not only for heating up the dance floor at parties, but also for those moments when you need a boost to face tomorrow.

Samba Dedicated to You (Samba Pa Ti)Santana13rank/position

Samba Pa Ti / Santana — Dedicated to You

A track released as a single from the 1974 Japan live album Lotus.

While preserving Santana’s Latin spirit, it has a beautiful melody and evokes a refreshing breeze.

It also carries a slightly fusion-like vibe, and perhaps the fact that it feels a bit un-Santana is part of its appeal.