Discussion Overview
The thread discusses opinions on songs deemed poor or disappointing by well-respected musicians or bands. Participants share their thoughts on specific tracks, exploring subjective tastes and the perceived quality of various songs across different genres and eras.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
- Exploratory
- Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- Some participants criticize "I'm so glad" by Cream as an album-filler and not serious music.
- Others mention "Last Kiss" by Pearl Jam as a bad song, with one participant recalling its poor reception during cheerleader performances.
- There is a strong negative sentiment towards REM's "Everybody Hurts," with claims of it having no redeeming value.
- Multiple participants express disdain for "Wonderful Tonight" by Eric Clapton, with one noting its extended version as even worse.
- One participant identifies "D'yer Mak'er" by Led Zeppelin as their least favorite song, despite being a fan of the band.
- Styx's "Plexiglas Toilet" is mentioned as a particularly bad song by one participant.
- Pink Floyd's "Seamus" is criticized, with one participant claiming it is the only decent song they ever made.
- Several participants express their dislike for romantic songs like "Lady in Red" by Chris De Burgh and "I Just Called to Say I Love You" by Stevie Wonder, describing them as lacking quality.
- Gordon Lightfoot's "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" is mentioned as a song that some believe charted for good reason.
- Discussions also touch on the general quality of music from the 90s and various artists, with some expressing strong negative reactions to specific songs and performances.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express a variety of opinions on specific songs, with no clear consensus on which songs are definitively the worst. Multiple competing views remain, highlighting the subjective nature of musical taste.
Contextual Notes
Some participants reference personal experiences and emotional connections to songs, which may influence their opinions. There are also mentions of specific performances and album versions that contribute to the discussion of song quality.
Who May Find This Useful
Music enthusiasts, fans of specific artists or genres, and those interested in subjective critiques of popular songs may find this discussion engaging.