Songs to Skip When They Come On the Radio
Have you ever found yourself changing the channel when certain songs come on the radio? We all have our guilty pleasures and songs that we simply can't stand. In this article, we explore why these songs are so commonly skipped and provide some examples to illustrate the point.
Why You Might Skip a Song
Most of the time, the reason you might change the station when a particular song comes on is because it doesn't resonate with you or simply bores you. Here are some common reasons why:
Lyrics that are offensive or disagreeable.
A vocalist whose tone or style grates on your nerves.
A song that has outdated or cliched themes.
A song that feels like a filler track or is of poor quality.
A song that just doesn't fit your taste in music.
Dubious Music Examples
Here are some examples of songs that you might find yourself skipping when they come on the radio:
Puddle of Mudd, " Control ": If you're not a fan of the singer's lyrics, you might want to give this song a miss.
"In a Godman's Pedido Da Vida" - This song is too generic and could be replaced with many other similar tracks.
Canned Heat, " Going Down the Country ": If the music doesn't grab you, you might want to skip it.
John Fogerty's songs: His shrill voice might make you want to change the station. Same for Peter Cetera.
" Counting Blue Cars" - The song's repetitiveness might make it boring.
Crash Test Dummies, " Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm ": This could be a love song gone wrong and is often skipped due to its overuse.
Lee Michaels, " Do You Know What I Mean ": This might fit into the category of filler tracks that are more or less ignored.
Possum Kingdom, " Toadies ": This band's style might not appeal to everyone.
Hoobastank, " Notable Name ": Poorly chosen names can make a track less appealing. Skip this one if you can.
Favorite Artists and Stations
While some songs might be skipped, there are artists and stations that you would never want to miss. Whether you stream or listen to traditional radio, here are some bands and stations that are worth tuning in to:
Queen, Led Zeppelin, The Doors, The Beach Boys, Neil Diamond, Billy Joel, and Phil Collins: These artists have a timeless quality to their music that always holds up. While streaming music, I often notice Abba and Cheer popping up, but they are definitely favorites to turn up the volume on.
For those who stream music, certain artists like Halestorm, Evanescence, The Pretty Reckless, and In This Moment are favorites, but Paramore can be a different story. Their music is energetic and catchy, but sometimes the vocal performances can be too weak for my taste. I have to admit, I prefer listening to This Moment over many other metal bands whose music can be predictable and less engaging.
On the radio, Queen definitely stands out. The iconic band's tracks seem to pop up every hour on the 80s channel of an online radio station I often listen to. Not only do I enjoy the variety of tracks, but I also appreciate the 'no repeat guarantee' feature. This means that during working hours, I never have to endure repeats of the same song, which adds to the enjoyment of streaming Queen's music.
So, the next time you find yourself changing the station, consider the reasons behind it. Perhaps it might be time to give a song a second chance, or perhaps it's time to explore new artists and stations that align better with your musical tastes.