50+ Popular Rock Kalimba Song Tabs

Explore how to play some of the most popular rock songs on the kalimba with these simple and easy-to-follow tabs! These tabs are provided for educational purposes only. All rights to the original music belong to the respective owners.

1. Imagine Dragons - Believer

The song believer was released in 2017 by Imagine Dragons, is a powerful and uplifting song. The music video features dynamic scenes, including boxers exchanging punches, a drummer, a guitarist, and a young boy writing. While the narrative is abstract, it maintains viewer interest with its engaging visuals. The song’s message reflects overcoming life's challenges—such as love, pain, disease, anxiety, and addiction—through belief and resilience.

A E° D° D° C° D° D° E° D° C° A G A
E° D° D° C° D° D° E° D° C° A G A C° A° G° (A C° E°)
E° D° C° A G A C° A° (B D° A#)
A A E° D° D° D° C° D° D° D° E° D° C° A G A
E° E° D° D° C° D° D° E° D° C° A G A C° A° (G° A C° E°)
E° D° C° A G A C° A° (B D° A#)
A A A A A A A
A A A A A A A
C° C° C° C° C° C°
B B B B B B

2. Coldplay - The Scientist

Coldplay's "The Scientist," from their 2002 album A Rush of Blood to the Head, is a deeply emotional song about regret and longing. The song's melody and lyrics are complemented by a unique music video that plays everything in reverse, adding a compelling visual layer to the narrative.  There are many versions of the pop-rock song by musicians and bands such as: Boyce Avenue, Corinne Bailey, and Holly Henry. 

F G F C° A

F G F C° A

F F G F AA G AGF

F G F C° A

F G F C° A

F G F A A GAGF

F G F C°A

F F G F C°A

F G F A A A AGF

FG F C°A

3. Coldplay - Yellow

Released in 2000, it was Coldplay’s first single released in America. Genre is pop, rock, alternative/indie. Yellow was written by the band Coldplay them self. This song is one of the greatest songs to be played at a ceremony such as a funeral or wedding reception, it is emotional and so well played by the band. The music video is one continuous shot without any cuts and it was originally intended to have the whole band playing in shot. Here are the letter and number notations so you can play along with the song. 

B B A B B B A B B A 

G A G A B G

E G E G E D C B B A B 

B B A B B A

G A G A B G

E G E G E D C

B B A B B A

G A G A B G

E G E G E D C G E° D 

G G D D B B G

4. The Beatles - Blackbird

Blackbird" by The Beatles is a poignant song that addresses themes of freedom, resilience, and hope in the face of adversity. The lyrics are metaphorical, using the image of a blackbird to represent overcoming obstacles and finding strength in difficult circumstances.

(B° G) G° (C° A) G° (D° B) G° (C° A#) (C°# A)

G° C° C°# A# A C° C°# G° (C° A#) (C°# A)

G° C° C°# A# A C° C°# G°

(B° G) G° (C° A) G° (D° B) G° (C° A#) (C°# A) G° C° C°#

A# A C° C°# G° (C° A#) (C°# A) G° C° C°# A# A C° C°# G°

(E° C°) G° (G° C°#) G° (F°# D°) G° (A° D°#)

G° (G° E°) G° G° E° G° G° (G° D°#) G° G°

D°# G° G° (F°# D°) G° (G° C°#) G° (E° C°)

G° E° C° E° G° (D°# C°) G° D°# C° D°# G°

(D° B) G° D° B D° G° (C°# A) G° C°# A C°#

5. The Beatles - Yesterday

Yesterday is a classic song by the legendary British band, The Beatles. Written by Paul McCartney and released in 1965, it is one of the most covered songs in history.

F F F A B C° D° E° F° E° D° D°

D° D° C° B A G B A A

G F A G D F A A G F F

A B C° D° E° F° E° D° D°

D° D° C° B A G B A A

G F A G D F A A

A A D° E° F° E° D° E° D° C° D° A

A A D° E° F° E° D° E° D° C° E° E° F°

A F F A B C° D° E° F° E° D° D°

D ° D ° C ° B A G B A A

6. Somewhere Only We Know

Somewhere only we know' is a hit classic by rock band Keane that was originally released in 2004 and was featured in the album: Now that's what I call music 57. Since then it has been covered by the likes of Lily Allen for the John Lewis Christmas commercial but also by Elizabeth Gillies, Max Schneider and Reneé Dominique.

G D D B A B A B

C C C C C C C B A C B

G D D B A B B B

C C C C C C C C B A C B

B G G E B D D B

C C C C C C C C B A B C B

B G G E B B B D D B

C C C C C C C C B A B C B

7. Chasing Cars

Chasing Cars is a song by the Northern Irish-Scottish band Snow Patrol. It was released as a single in 2006 and is one of the band's most well-known tracks. The song is part of their fourth studio album, Eyes Open, which was produced by Jacknife Lee. The track is renowned for its emotive lyrics and simple, yet powerful, instrumentation. It features a straightforward but evocative melody that has resonated with many listeners, making it a popular choice for covers and performances on various instruments.

G E° B C° E° B B A

E B C° E° B C°

E° B B A G E B C°

E° E° E° E° E° E° E° E° D°

E° E° E° E° D° C°

F° E° D° C° C°

8. Led Zeppelin - Stairway to Heaven

Stairway to Heaven is a sad guitar and woodwind song, many people will listen to this song and shed a tear and feel emotional. The song was released in 1971 and written by led zeppelin, it was featured on the movie called the song remains the same. There have been many people who have made their own versions of the song such as David Garret, Rick Wakeman and Radyn Rylee. 

A C° E° A° (B° B) E° C°

B° (C°° C°) E° C°

C°° (F#° F#) D° A

D° (E° E) C° A C° (E° E) C° A

(GD) (AE) (AE) A (D° F#°) E°

A C° E° A° (B° B) E° C°

B° (C°° C°) E° C°

C°° (F#° F#) D° A

D° (E° E) C° A C° (E° E) C°A

(G D) (A E) (A E)

A B C° E° G° E° (F#° F#) D° A

9. Eels - I need some sleep

The song "I Need Some Sleep" by Eels is featured on the official soundtrack of the DreamWorks film Shrek 2. Composed by Mark Oliver Everett, known as E, and performed by his band Eels, this track was released in 2004 alongside the film and plays during a moment in the film.

In Shrek 2, "I Need Some Sleep" accompanies a scene where Shrek feels disheartened, grappling with his sense of inadequacy after realising he does not meet Fiona's idealised expectations of a prince charming. The song underscores Shrek's emotional struggle, emphasising his feelings of not being the perfect partner Fiona envisioned.

C° E A C° B D G D

A E C° E G C E G

A E C° E B D G D 

A E C° E B D G B

C° E A C° B D G D

A E C° E G C E G

A E C° E B D G D

A E C° E B D G B

A E° E° D° A C° C° C° A G

A E° E° C° D°

10. Evanescence - My Immortal

The indie-rock track by American band 'Evanescence' was released in 2003 on their album called 'Fallen'. Ben Moody produced the track, and he also worked with Amy Lee and David Hodges to write the lyrics. Since then, it has been covered by Gregorian in 2004 and by Lindsey Stirling in 2012.

The sad song is known for its piano melody, and in the music video, a woman is lying down expressing her sadness. At different parts of the video, she is lying on things such as a piece of wood, a car and when she is moving, it is prolonged. The song is about her sadness, pain and despair that won't heal. Although she is with someone, she still feels alone.

E G C° G E° G C° G E G B G E° G B G

E G C° G D° G C° G E G B G E°

E G C° G E° G C° G E G B G E° G B G

E G C° G D° G C° G E G B G E° G B G

E G C° G D° G C° G E G B G E° G B G

E G C° G D° G C° G E G B G E° G B G

C° E B A G B E° A B (C° E) (A C) G A B

(C° E) E B A (C° G) B (B G) A B (B D) G (C° G D) D° C°

(C° A E) C E G (A G C) C° C G A (G D) D E (G E) E G

(C° E C) C E G (A G C) C° C G A (G D) D E (G E) E G

11. Evanescence - Call Me When You're Sober

Call Me When You're Sober by Evanescence is a song that delves into the theme of a toxic relationship and the desire for honesty and accountability. The lyrics express frustration and disappointment with a partner who struggles with addiction or destructive behaviour.

(D A E) (E B F#) G° F°# F°# E°

(D A E) (D A E) (E B F#) G° F°# F°# C°

(D A E) (D A E) (E B F#) G° F°# F°# E°

(D A E) (D A E) (E B F#) G° F°# F°# D°

(D A E) (E B F#) (D A E) (E B F#)

(D A E) (E B F#) (D A E) (E B F#)

(D A E) (E B F#) G° F°# F°# E°

(D A E) (D A E) (E B F#) G° F°# F°# C°

(D A E) (D A E) (E B F#) G° F°# F°# E°

(D A E) (D A E) (E B F#) G° F°# F°# D°  

12. Evanescence - Going Under

Going Under by Evanescence explores themes of inner turmoil, resilience, and empowerment. The song's lyrics depict a sense of being trapped in a suffocating situation or toxic relationship, symbolised by drowning underwater.

G A C° D° F° F° D° E° F° E°

D° C° D° C° A C° D° B° B° B°

B° C°° B° A° B° A° G°

F° D° C° D° F° D° F° F°

13. Evanescence - Haunted

Haunted by Evanescence explores into themes of obsession, longing, and the haunting memories of a past relationship. The song's lyrics depict a sense of being consumed by memories and emotions from a tumultuous romantic connection. The protagonist feels overwhelmed by the ghostly presence of their former lover, haunted by the remnants of the relationship.

(E E°) B° A°# G° F°# E° C C°° B° G° F°#

(B E) (B E) (B E) (B E) (B E) (B E) (B E) (B E)

(B E) (B E) (B E) (B E) (B E) (B E) (B E) (B E)

(B E) (E C) (E C) (E C) (E C) (E C) (E C) (E C)

(E C) (E C) (E C) (E C) (E C) (E C) (E C) (E C)

(E B) (E B) (E B)  (D A) (D A) (D A) (E B) (E B)

(E B) (B F#) (B F#) (B F#) (D A) (E B)

E° B F#° B G° B F#° B E° B F#° B G° B F#° B

E° E° E° E° E° F°# E° D°# D°# E° D°# C°# D°#

C°# B C°# C°# D° B C°# C°# D° B C°# B C°#

14. Evanescence - Bring Me To Life

Bring Me To Life by Evanescence can be played on the kalimba. The melody is relatively simple and can be played on the upper tines of the kalimba. You can find the tablature for the song online and practice playing the melody slowly at first before speeding it up. The kalimba is a versatile instrument that can be used to play a variety of genres, so don't be afraid to experiment with different songs and techniques to improve your playing skills.

E° (E B°) B A° B° E° B C” B E° E” E° B B° B E° E°

(EB°) C° A° B° E° C° C” C° E° E” E° C° B° C° E° E°

(EB°) B E° B A° B° E° C”

B E° B° A° B B° E° G°

E C° E° C° F G° E° A°

C° E° E” E° C° B° C° E° E°

(EB°) B E° B A° D” E° C”

B E° B° A° B B° E° G°

E C° E° C° F G° E° A°

C° G° E° F° C° E° G° E°

15. The Beatles - Hey Jude

The song ‘Hey Jude’ is a pop rock track by The Beatles and was released on the 1st of August in 1968. Lyrics were written by Paul Mcartney and John Lennon but the music was produced by George Martin. Other versions of the song include a cover by Stefanie sun 2002, zeze di Camargo & Luciano 2006, and scary pockets 2018.

Between 1968 and 1969 the song hit number one in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada top singles, Ireland, Japan, Netherlands and many more. In the music video it has the whole band, orchestra and teacher practicing then they get it wrong. The main singer is singing to the camera then it comes back to the band playing together. The video towards the end has a whole studio of people women and men dancing and singing the chorus together. The song gives off happy and emotional vibes, it’s a very popular Beatles song which is why we wanted to share the notes and chords with you.

Gº (Eº G) C E G Cº

Eº Gº Aº Dº D G B Dº

Dº Eº Fº F Cºº A Cº

Cºº Bº Gº (C Aº) Gº Fº Eº G Cº

Gº (F Aº) A Aº (Dºº G) Cºº

Bº Cºº Aº Gº C E G

Cº Dº Eº Aº G Gº B

Gº Fº Eº B Cº C Cº E G Cº

Gº (Eº G) C E G Cº

Eº Gº Aº Dº D G B Dº

16. The Beatles - In My Life

The Beatles are one of the most influential bands in history. They released some of the most popular and loved songs. Their song was released in 1967. The song is about the narrator's love for a woman, and it's still popular today. It's a genre-defining song, and it's still considered one of the Beatles' best releases

D° E° D° E° D° C° A G E° E°

G A D° C° D° E° G° E° D° E° D°

E° D° C° A G E° E°

C° D° E° D° D° C° C° A A C°

E° D° E° F° E° D° C° A G E° E°

C° E° D° D° C° C° A A C° E° D°

D° E° D° E° C° A G E° E°

17. The Beatles - Let it be

The Beatles' song let it be is a song that was released in 1970. It was written by Paul McCartney and produced by Phil Spector. The song has a simple yet powerful melody that is accompanied by gospel-inspired backing vocals and a stunning piano solo. The lyrics are reflective and introspective, with McCartney urging listeners to find peace in the face of adversity.

The song begins with the line "When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me," referencing McCartney's mother, Mary, who had passed away when he was just a teenager. The song's title, "Let it Be," is a reference to a dream McCartney had in which his mother appeared and offered him words of wisdom. The song's message is one of hope, with McCartney encouraging listeners to embrace the challenges of life and find solace in their faith.

The song's release came at a tumultuous time for The Beatles, who were on the brink of breaking up. "Let it Be" was the band's final single before they disbanded, and it was seen as a farewell to their fans. The song's message of hope and resilience struck a chord with listeners, and it remains one of The Beatles' most beloved songs. The song has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including Aretha Franklin, Elvis Presley, and Mariah Carey. It has also been used in numerous films and TV shows, cementing its status as a cultural touchstone.

In addition to its musical and cultural significance, "Let it Be" also has a fascinating backstory. The song was recorded during the tumultuous sessions for The Beatles' final album, also titled "Let it Be." The album was initially intended to be a raw, stripped-down affair, with the band recording live in the studio.

C° E° D° (C°A) E E° G°

(F F° A°) A° G° G° (E° F)

C° C° A G (E° C) E G E

(E° C) G E° E° F° E° E°

G (G B D°)

E° D° (C° F A C)

(G E) (F D) (E C)

G G (G E) C A E (G D)

G° C° D° (D° A) E° E° D°

(D°F) A C° (E°C) G E° E°

18. Bryan Adams - Everything I do

(E° C) E G E C F° G° F° E° (D° G B)

D° G° G° C° (A F) C° D° E° C° (D° G B)

C E E° F° E° D° E° C°

G B D° C° B A G

G (A F) C B C° E° (D° G B)

C D E° F° E° D° C°

G B D° C° B A G

G G (A F) C B C° F° (E° C) C° D° (D° G B)

E° (F° F) A (F° C°) F° F° A° G° E° (D° G B)

D° E° (F° F) A (F° C°) F° F° A° G° E° (D° G B)

19. Wheatus - Teenage Dirtbag

Teenage dirtbag is an alternative Indie song that was released in June, 2000 by American rock band Wheatus. The track was written by the guitarist and vocalist Brendan B. Brown and is based on a true story from his childhood about a violent murder.

B B C° D° E° B C° D° E° D° C° B

B C° D° E° B B C° D; E; D; C° B

B C° B A G G A B E

B B C° D° E° B A G F G

G G C° B A G B F F G

G C° B A G B F F G F G

G G C° B A G B F F G

G C° B A G B F F G F G

G A B A G F

20. Greenday - Boulevard of Broken Dreams

The alternative rock emo song Boulevard of broken dreams by rock band Greenday was released in 2004. It was featured on the album American Idiot and in fact the whole album was composed by an Oregon grocery store clerk in 1992.

A E B C° C E

E° D° D E B C° A B

A E B C° C E

E° D° D E B C° A

A A B C° G° E°

E° D° C° D° C° D°

E° D° C° A E

A B C° G° E°

D° C° D° C° D°

D° E° D° C° A

21. Bohemian Rhapsody (Kalimba Tab)

C E A G C E A G

(C-E) E (C E A G) C D E E (C A G)

E (F-D) G F E D

D E (F-D) G F E D (G)

(C-E) E (C E A) E G (F-B) A A

B C° C° C° C° C° A F E D (G B D° G°)

(C E G) E° E° (F) D° E° F°(C) E° (C E A G)

E° (D F) F° G° F° E° D°

G (D) G D° D° E° E° F° F° G° (C) F° E°

D° E° (E) G° (G B) D° E° (A) C°

22. Love of my life (Kalimba Tab)

The soft rock song called ‘Love of my life’ by Queen was written by Freddie Mercury, and produced by Roy Thomas Baker for release on the 21st of November in 1975. In Italy the songs peak position was 72, in the us hot rock and alternative songs billboard it was number 23.

The video begins with queen performing on stage live, there is not much story going on but the simplicity of a live performance and the audience loving every moment of the singing, they all sing along with him which gives a great sense of togetherness.

Cº B Cº Gº Cº B A

A Fº Eº Fº Aº

A G Gº Gº Fº

Eº Dº Cº Aº Gº Aº Aº

Fº Eº Fº Eº Dº Eº

Eº Fº Eº Dº Dº Cº

A G F Cº Fº Aº Gº

Dº Cº Dº Fº Fº

23. Don't stop me now (Kalimba Tab)

D D C C C E G C F B G E D C

E D D C D E F G A B C°

E° F° E° D° C°

A E E° E F° E° D°

A F° E° D° F F° E° D°

D° F F F G A 

B B B C° D E E D C C 

C E G C° B G E D C

C E D C D D E F G

E E D C C G C° B

24. I Got to Break Free (Kalimba Tab)

G C° D° D° D° E° G C° D° F° E°

G C° D° D° F° E° D° F° E° D° F° E° D° F° E° D° F° E° D° D° C°

D° D° C° A G

E° D° F° E° C° F° E° C° C°

G C° D° D° D° E°

G C° D° D° F° E° D° F° E° D° F° E° D° F° E° D° D° C°

D° D° C° A G

E° D° F° E° C° F° E° C° C°

G B B B C° D° C° B

D° D° D° D° E° D° C° C°

25. We Will Rock You (Kalimba Tab) - (F= F#)

D° E° D° E° D° E° E° D° E°

E° D° E° D° E°

D° E° D° E° D° A° G° G°

D° E° E° E° D° E°

D° E° E° E°

D° D° D° D° B A G E E

B D° G° F° E° D°

(E°-C-E) (E°-C-E)

(E°-C-E) (E°-C-E) B D°

G° F° E° D° (E°-C-E) (E°-C-E)

26. Eagles - Hotel California

Hotel California is a song by the Eagles released under Asylum Records in 1976, is a narrative about a luxurious hotel that turns into a metaphor for excess and entrapment, symbolising the darker side of the American Dream.

(F#° D° B° F#° B) D° F°# B°

F°# D° B° (F° D°) E° (F° E°) F#°

(C° G°# A°#) (C° G#°) C#°°

C° C° G#° G#° C#°° G#° G#° C° C°

High and Dry by Radiohead is a melancholic alternative rock song that explores themes of vulnerability, abandonment, and emotional isolation. The lyrics depict a sense of betrayal and heartache as the singer reflects on being left behind by someone they cared for deeply. 

E° E° D°# E° E° D°# E°

E° D°# E° (E° F°#) E° D°# E°

E° E° D°# E° E° C°# B

E° B B C°# D°# E° D°#

E° E° D°# E° E° D°# E°

E° D°# E° (E° F°#) E° D°# E°

E° E° D°# E° E° C°# B

28. Smash Mouth - All Star

All Star by Smash Mouth is a feel-good anthem that has become a staple of 90s pop culture. Written by Greg Camp and performed by lead singer Steve Harwell, the song was produced by Eric Valentine and is known for its upbeat tempo, catchy chorus, and memorable lyrics. It gained further popularity through its use in the film "Shrek" and has inspired countless covers and parodies.

C G E E D C C F E E D D C

C G E E D D C C C D

C C G E E D D C C F E E D D

C C G E E D C C C D

G B G G E G G G E G G G B

B G G E G G G E G G G B

B B C° C° B A A G

G G A G B A A G A B E

G G A G B A A G A B E 

29. Don Mclean - American Pie

Don Mclean's "American Pie" is an extremely popular song that has been covered by a variety of artists over the years, but no one does it better than Don Mclean. The track was featured as the soundtrack for the movie black widow and below you will find the Kalimba Tab version so that you can play the song. 

E (G G°) B G° (G° G) E° E°

E° E° E° E° F° E° D° C° C° B A

C° E° D° E° F° E° D° C°

C° C° A° C° B C° A B E° D°

C° E° E° E° E° F° E° C° D°

C° A C° A C° B A

C° A D° E° D° C° - A - F

C° G° C (E G) F° - F F° F° E° D° C° D°

G° G° G° -C G° G° F° F° F° F° F° E° D°

C° D° G° G° -C G° G F° -F F° F° F

30. Billy Joel - Piano Man

Piano Man by Billy Joel tells the story of a piano player who performs at a bar and interacts with various patrons who come to the establishment. The song's lyrics paint vivid portraits of the regulars at the bar, each with their own struggles, dreams, and stories.

The piano player, known as the "Piano Man," observes and empathizes with the individuals who frequent the bar, from the "real estate novelist" who dreams of escaping his mundane life to the "waitress practicing politics" who dreams of pursuing her own ambitions. Despite their diverse backgrounds and circumstances, they all come together at the bar to find solace, companionship, and a sense of belonging.

F° (G° C E G) G° G°

F° E° F° E° C°

C° (C°AF) C° C° C° D° D°

E° F° (G° C E G) G° G°

F° E° F° E° C°

C° A A E° F° E° C° (C° C E G)

F° G° (G° C E G) G° G°

F° E° F° E° C°

C (C° A F) C° C° C° D° D°

E° F° (G° C E G) G G G°

31. The Rolling Stones - Angie

Angie by The Rolling Stones is a melancholic and introspective ballad that delves into themes of love, loss, and longing. The song's narrator addresses a woman named Angie, expressing regret and sorrow over their failed relationship. He reminisces about the tender moments they shared and the passionate love they once had.

(E°C°A) E° E°  (E° G° B° ) E° D°

(GBD°) D° D° D° D (F A C° D°)

C° A D° (C° E° G°) E° D° C°

(A C° E°) E° E° (E°G°B°) E° D°

(E° G BD°) E° E° D° (FAC° D°)

C° A D° (C° E° G°) E° D° C°

E° E° (GBD° E°) D° D° E°

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32. Red Hot Chilli Peppers - Snow Hey Oh

Snow (Hey Oh)" is a song by American rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers, released in 2006 as the lead single from their double album, "Stadium Arcadium." The song features a catchy guitar riff, funky bass lines, and the distinctive vocals of lead singer Anthony Kiedis. The lyrics of "Snow (Hey Oh)" depict a search for peace and tranquility amidst a chaotic world, with Kiedis singing about the beauty of nature and the human spirit. The song received critical acclaim and became one of the band's most popular songs, reaching the top 10 in several countries.

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33. Bryan Adams - Heaven

"Heaven" by Bryan Adams is a romantic rock ballad that expresses the overwhelming feeling of being in love. The singer describes the sensation of being with their beloved as akin to being in paradise or heaven. The lyrics convey the depth of emotion and happiness experienced when in the presence of someone special. The song captures the euphoria and bliss of newfound love, expressing a desire to stay in that perfect moment forever. It's a timeless anthem of love and longing that resonates with listeners who have experienced the joy of being in love.

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34. David Bowie - Space Oddity

The lyrics depict the communication between ground control and an astronaut named Major Tom. Major Tom is instructed to take protein pills, wear his helmet, and undergo a countdown for liftoff. As Major Tom travels into space, he achieves recognition and success ("You've made the grade") but eventually loses contact with ground control. He describes his floating experience in space and expresses a sense of detachment.

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35. Aerosmith - I Don't Want to Miss a Thing

I Don't Want to Miss a Thing by Aerosmith is a romantic power ballad that captures the feeling of intense love and devotion. The song's lyrics express the narrator's overwhelming emotions as they declare their love for their partner. They express a desire to be with their loved one at all times, cherishing every moment spent together and not wanting to miss a single thing, including the smallest details of their relationship.

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36. Europe - The Final Countdown

The Final Countdown by Europe is a classic rock song known for its catchy melody and iconic keyboard riff. The song is about anticipation, excitement, and the countdown to a significant event or moment. The lyrics describe a sense of urgency and anticipation as a spaceship prepares for a journey into space, though they are often interpreted more broadly as symbolising any major event or transition.

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37. The Smashing Pumpkins - 1979

1979 by The Smashing Pumpkins is an alternative rock song that reflects on the experiences and emotions of youth. The lyrics describe the aimless adventures, rebellious spirit, and sense of freedom felt by teenagers growing up in suburban America during the late 1970s. 

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38. Avril Lavigne - When Your Gone

This is a sad, love song written by Avril released in 2007, known on the album of the best damn thing. It has won many awards including much music video award for peoples choice, and more. The genre of the song is pop rock, pop. The song is about a lover, or a family member leaving and the horrible feelings and emotions you have to go through when they leave, a break up or losing a close loved one never feels the same without them. 

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39. Incubus - Drive

Drive by Incubus is a reflective and introspective alternative rock song that explores themes of self-discovery, personal growth, and the desire for authenticity. The lyrics describe the internal struggle of trying to find one's true identity and purpose in life while navigating through challenges and uncertainties. Lead vocalist Brandon Boyd sings about the importance of taking control of one's own destiny and not allowing fear or doubt to hold you back. 

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40. Red Hot Chili Peppers - Californication

Californication" by Red Hot Chili Peppers is a song that explores the dark side of the entertainment industry and the culture of excess in California. The lyrics discuss the impact of fame, media, and materialism on society, particularly in Los Angeles, where dreams can easily turn into nightmares. The song touches on themes of disillusionment, superficiality, and the loss of innocence as individuals pursue fame and fortune.