What is the worst song by a well-respected musician or band?

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This discussion centers around the identification of poorly received songs by well-respected musicians. Participants highlight tracks such as "I'm So Glad" by Cream, "St. Anger" by Metallica, and "Everybody Hurts" by R.E.M. as examples of songs that fail to meet the expectations set by their artists' reputations. The conversation emphasizes the subjective nature of music appreciation while collectively agreeing on certain tracks that are considered subpar, including "Wonderful Tonight" by Eric Clapton and "Lady in Red" by Chris De Burgh.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with classic rock and pop music from the 1960s to the 2000s
  • Understanding of music critique and subjective evaluation of songs
  • Knowledge of notable musicians and their discographies, including Eric Clapton and R.E.M.
  • Awareness of cultural references in music, such as songs used in films or significant events
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  • Research the critical reception of "St. Anger" by Metallica to understand its controversy
  • Analyze the lyrical themes and public perception of "Everybody Hurts" by R.E.M.
  • Explore the discography of Eric Clapton, focusing on songs that received mixed reviews
  • Investigate the impact of album fillers in classic rock albums, using Cream's work as a case study
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Music enthusiasts, critics, and anyone interested in the intersection of popular music and public perception will benefit from this discussion.

  • #31
Um...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdRONeM4CSo

@daveb, I am sure that was a time when coke was all the rage. Dancing in the street, lol...
 
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  • #32
51st Anniversary by Jimi Hendrix should never have been released.

I never heard any of Led Zeppelin's In Through The Out Door, so I figure that must be really terrible.

ELP's Brain Salad Surgery was horrible.

Alice Cooper's Muscle of Love sucked utterly.

I can't pick out specific tunes because I only listened to them once, for obvious reasons.
 
  • #33
lol, great thread!
 
  • #34
Pythagorean said:
Pink Floyd: Seamus

Sorry, I have to disagree.

Pink Floyd
Several Species of Small Furry Animals Gathered Together in a Cave and Grooving with a Pict

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_MvZxpE7YU
 
  • #35
MacLaddy said:
Sorry, I have to disagree.

Pink Floyd
Several Species of Small Furry Animals Gathered Together in a Cave and Grooving with a Pict

I always kind of liked that one. What can I say? It's different. It's sort of like the Mothers of Invention doing Return of the Son of Monster Magnet. I liked that too.
 
  • #36
daveb said:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9G4jnaznUoQ

Still a better love story than Twilight.
 

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