A classic of Southern rock. Recommended popular songs.

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

There are many subgenres of rock, but so-called “Southern rock” is, as the name suggests, a genre characterized by sounds influenced by music with strong roots in the American South.

Blending country, blues, and old-school R&B, Southern rock boasts many hugely popular bands in the United States.

In Japan, however, it’s honestly a less familiar genre, and even those who know the name might feel it’s somehow a bit hard to get into.

This article introduces classic tracks recommended for beginners to help spark your interest in Southern rock.

Experience the deep appeal of Southern rock for yourself!

A classic of Southern rock. Recommended popular songs (31–40)

30 Days In The HoleHUMBLE PIE

Humble Pie-30 Days In The Hole

30 Days In The HoleHUMBLE PIE

A song released as a single by Humble Pie in 1972.

It is their most well-known signature song.

The lyrics tell of a man arrested for drugs and about to be sent to prison, and it was written by lead singer Steve Marriott, who got the idea after a show in Kentucky.

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Grey GhostHenry Paul Band

Henry Paul Band/Grey Ghost

Grey GhostHenry Paul Band

Henry Paul, also known as the vocalist and guitarist of The Outlaws, is an American Southern rock and country singer-songwriter.

This song is about his friend, Ronnie Van Zant, the lead vocalist of Lynyrd Skynyrd.

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All Summer LongKid Rock

Kid Rock – All Summer Long [Official Music Video]

All Summer LongKid Rock

A song that samples Steve Morse’s “Werewolves of London” and Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Sweet Home Alabama.” It won Favorite Rock Song at the 2009 People’s Choice Awards and was used as the official theme song for WWE Backlash 2008.

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RemedyThe Black Crowes

The Black Crowes – Remedy

RemedyThe Black Crowes

A song that sings about simple freedom.

It was released as a single in 1992 by The Black Crowes, a rock band formed in Georgia, USA, in 1989.

The track reached No.

1 on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart in the United States.

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In conclusion

As I mentioned at the beginning, it’s precisely the rock fans who feel that Southern rock seems a bit too austere and intimidating who I want to hear the songs and the bands introduced in this article.

You might discover the roots of a rock band you already love, and you’re sure to find something new!