Van Halen Popular Song Rankings [2025]

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Van Halen – Dreams

The second single from the album 5150.

It’s a track marked by a beautiful synthesizer intro and a catchy chorus.

Showcasing the full individuality of the new vocalist, Sammy Hagar, this song can be called a classic that presented the world with a new side of Van Halen, distinct from the era with former vocalist Dave.

You Really Got MeVan Halen9rank/position

Van Halen – You Really Got Me (Official Music Video)

Their debut single, released in January 1978.

The song is a cover of a signature track by the British rock band The Kinks, but it features a much harder arrangement.

In particular, guitarist Eddie Van Halen’s two-handed tapping technique shocked aspiring guitarists around the world.

Summer NightsVan Halen10rank/position

Summer Nights

An energetic, catchy rock tune that celebrates the freedom and youth of summer nights! Featured on Van Halen’s album “5150,” released in March 1986, it was the first work produced with their new vocalist, Sammy Hagar.

Eddie Van Halen’s exceptional guitar work and Hagar’s powerful vocals are a perfect match, delivering a song that captures the joy of spending summer nights with friends.

Crank it up loud while driving and it’s sure to be perfect for making summer memories.

Highly recommended for party lovers and anyone looking to revel in their youth.

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Van Halen – Dance The Night Away (Official Music Video)

Their second album, released in 1979, ‘Legendary Bomber,’ became their first to reach the U.

S.

Top 10, and the single cut from it also climbed to No.

15 on the Billboard chart.

The song can be considered a masterpiece that showcases the flowering of their pop sensibilities.

In recent years, the Latin guitar hero Santana has also covered the track.

AmsterdamVan Halen12rank/position

Van Halen Amsterdam “Naughty Version”

This track is from their tenth album, Balance, released in 1995.

It has a hard rock sound, but thanks to the straightforward vocals, listening to it leaves you feeling bright and uplifted.

It’s perfect for listening outdoors.

And The Cradle Will RockVan Halen13rank/position

Van Halen – And The Cradle Will Rock

A track released as a single from their third album, “Rules of Darkness,” which came out in 1980.

The song was given the Japanese title “Rock ’n’ Roll Baby.” From this album onward, all the tracks were their own originals, and compared to the previous two albums, which had a strong party-rock vibe, this one is notable for its more serious atmosphere.

JosephinaVan Halen14rank/position

Van Halen – Josephina

An acoustic number included on the album created by the genius guitarist Eddie Van Halen—who revolutionized guitar playing—featuring former Extreme member Gary Cherone as the vocalist.

The duet with Eddie feels wonderfully soothing.