when life gives you lemons squeeze them
in your fist and raise it triumphantly
in the air
welcome to watchmojo.com and today we’re
counting down our picks for the top ten
survival song
this list we’re taking a look at songs
that deal with themes of survival or
songs that inspire us to persevere
overcome obstacles and make it through
tough times whether due to health
relationship or other problems
sorry Bee Gees fans we’ve excluded
stayin alive because it doesn’t fit in
with the rest and is ultimately not
about overcoming ones troubles hunger
number 10
stronger Kanye West
this hip-hop song is known for being one
of Kanye West’s first number-one singles
as well as one heck of a catchy song –
go ahead go nuts go ocean play see here
my pastel on my page and like you can’t
kill me
you got homie takes six West has said
that the track was a form of liberation
for him a rumination on the mistakes of
his past and the chorus references
Friedrich Nietzsche’s famous dictum that
which does not kill us makes us stronger
that along with Daft Punk’s harder
better faster stronger sample makes this
a song that pumps you up and makes you
feel like you can take on the world
number nine
don’t stop Fleetwood Mac
this is a cheery tune for anyone who has
ever had a hard time letting go of the
past
yesterday’s gone yes let’s go
written by vocalist and keyboard player
Christine McVie it was inspired by her
desire to move on after her separation
from the band’s bass guitarist
the song reminds us that yesterday is
gone and that despite our pessimism
tomorrow will likely be a better day
such optimism is probably what makes it
one of the Bands most enduringly popular
songs
number eight stronger what doesn’t kill
you Kelly Clarkson you know the bed
feels warmer sleeping here alone
another song centered on the famous
Nietzsche quotation Clarkson scored big
with this electronic dance pop rock
medley that has become four most popular
single to date what doesn’t kill you
makes
dealing with themes of heartbreak and
subsequent recovery
Clarkson sings that even though her ex
left her in what she thought was
irreversible pain and heartbreak she is
not fazed
the songs overall sound was praised yet
its lyrical content was considered tired
because of its use of the Nietzsche
phrase
number seven don’t stop believin journey
of course an awesome power ballad by
journey had to make this list with
lyrics that recount our inborn search
for love and the fear of loneliness
the song acknowledges that most of us
are strangers and try to fill our
emotional voids in different ways
songs use in pop culture caused it to
return to the charts in the late 2000s
and it’s become one of the best-selling
catalogue tracks in digital history most
likely due to its timeless and relatable
message
number six hero Mariah Carey
considered by many as Mariah’s signature
song this inspirational ballad became a
chart topper and was re-released in the
aftermath of 9/11
no matter what the setback or difficulty
the tune encourages us to look inside
ourselves when hope is gone and to be
strong since a hero lies in all of us if
we search for
apparently Kari has received many
letters thanking her for the song from
people claiming the track has time and
again saved their lives and the lives of
various family members
number five the warrior scandal
it’s uh
that’s yuvigi sung enthusiastically by
lead singer Patti Smith this song
chronicles the tempestuous relationship
between her and her flame at the time
you’re busy
mainly recognized because it blends so
well with the competitive survive and
conquer attitude of the sports world the
fierce cry of
has also resonated with many who are
surviving a broken heart
especially with lyrics that encourage
shooting at the walls of party
number four survivor Destiny’s Child
without struggle during a tumultuous
time in the band’s history with member
after member dropping out of the R&B
group Beyonce was inspired to pen this
song a hit that declared that they would
soldier on despite the lineup mishaps
lyrics that can apply to a breakup of
any sort and a music video that shows
the three band members surviving on a
desert island
Destiny’s Child reassures us that after
all of the darkness and sadness soon
comes happiness
number three the show must go on Queen
empty space
what I will
written about lead singer Freddie
Mercury’s efforts to continue performing
as part of the English band while he was
dying of AIDS the songs intense
instrumental composition along with
Mercury’s powerful voice gives us
goosebumps
shall I
although he was extremely sick and could
barely walk at the time mercury insisted
on singing the song and nailed it
it was released as a single just six
weeks before mercury passed away
and served as an apt tribute to a
tremendous life
number two I have the Tiger survivor
commissioned by Sylvester Stallone to
compose a theme for the third film in
the rocky series survivor wrote an
anthem for the everyday man who must
fight to survive
speaking about going the distance and
rising up to the top this song has
everything we need to feel like
surviving the track ended up becoming
bigger than the film it was written for
and total sales now top nine million
copies making this hit single one of the
best selling of all time
before we unveil our top pick here are a
few honorable mentions
I think about it every night
and uh
came to ruffle feathers nah egos ain’t
afraid in the last chance to make me
number one I Will Survive Gloria Gaynor
kept thinking I could never live without
you by my side but then I spent on
midnight was there any doubt that this
song would be at the top dad was wrong
it’s a top-selling song a disco anthem a
symbol of female empowerment and a
Grammy winner speaking about the initial
devastation from her failed romance
Gaynor picks up and declares the cheese
got all her life to live and all her
love to give
resonating not just with women but also
with minority groups everywhere gainers
hit about surviving tough times is just
as motivational today as it was when it
was first released
do you agree with our list what survival
songs have helped you through tough
times for more inspiring top 10s
published every day be sure to subscribe
to watchmojo.com
in your fist and raise it triumphantly
in the air
welcome to watchmojo.com and today we’re
counting down our picks for the top ten
survival song
this list we’re taking a look at songs
that deal with themes of survival or
songs that inspire us to persevere
overcome obstacles and make it through
tough times whether due to health
relationship or other problems
sorry Bee Gees fans we’ve excluded
stayin alive because it doesn’t fit in
with the rest and is ultimately not
about overcoming ones troubles hunger
number 10
stronger Kanye West
this hip-hop song is known for being one
of Kanye West’s first number-one singles
as well as one heck of a catchy song –
go ahead go nuts go ocean play see here
my pastel on my page and like you can’t
kill me
you got homie takes six West has said
that the track was a form of liberation
for him a rumination on the mistakes of
his past and the chorus references
Friedrich Nietzsche’s famous dictum that
which does not kill us makes us stronger
that along with Daft Punk’s harder
better faster stronger sample makes this
a song that pumps you up and makes you
feel like you can take on the world
number nine
don’t stop Fleetwood Mac
this is a cheery tune for anyone who has
ever had a hard time letting go of the
past
yesterday’s gone yes let’s go
written by vocalist and keyboard player
Christine McVie it was inspired by her
desire to move on after her separation
from the band’s bass guitarist
the song reminds us that yesterday is
gone and that despite our pessimism
tomorrow will likely be a better day
such optimism is probably what makes it
one of the Bands most enduringly popular
songs
number eight stronger what doesn’t kill
you Kelly Clarkson you know the bed
feels warmer sleeping here alone
another song centered on the famous
Nietzsche quotation Clarkson scored big
with this electronic dance pop rock
medley that has become four most popular
single to date what doesn’t kill you
makes
dealing with themes of heartbreak and
subsequent recovery
Clarkson sings that even though her ex
left her in what she thought was
irreversible pain and heartbreak she is
not fazed
the songs overall sound was praised yet
its lyrical content was considered tired
because of its use of the Nietzsche
phrase
number seven don’t stop believin journey
of course an awesome power ballad by
journey had to make this list with
lyrics that recount our inborn search
for love and the fear of loneliness
the song acknowledges that most of us
are strangers and try to fill our
emotional voids in different ways
songs use in pop culture caused it to
return to the charts in the late 2000s
and it’s become one of the best-selling
catalogue tracks in digital history most
likely due to its timeless and relatable
message
number six hero Mariah Carey
considered by many as Mariah’s signature
song this inspirational ballad became a
chart topper and was re-released in the
aftermath of 9/11
no matter what the setback or difficulty
the tune encourages us to look inside
ourselves when hope is gone and to be
strong since a hero lies in all of us if
we search for
apparently Kari has received many
letters thanking her for the song from
people claiming the track has time and
again saved their lives and the lives of
various family members
number five the warrior scandal
it’s uh
that’s yuvigi sung enthusiastically by
lead singer Patti Smith this song
chronicles the tempestuous relationship
between her and her flame at the time
you’re busy
mainly recognized because it blends so
well with the competitive survive and
conquer attitude of the sports world the
fierce cry of
has also resonated with many who are
surviving a broken heart
especially with lyrics that encourage
shooting at the walls of party
number four survivor Destiny’s Child
without struggle during a tumultuous
time in the band’s history with member
after member dropping out of the R&B
group Beyonce was inspired to pen this
song a hit that declared that they would
soldier on despite the lineup mishaps
lyrics that can apply to a breakup of
any sort and a music video that shows
the three band members surviving on a
desert island
Destiny’s Child reassures us that after
all of the darkness and sadness soon
comes happiness
number three the show must go on Queen
empty space
what I will
written about lead singer Freddie
Mercury’s efforts to continue performing
as part of the English band while he was
dying of AIDS the songs intense
instrumental composition along with
Mercury’s powerful voice gives us
goosebumps
shall I
although he was extremely sick and could
barely walk at the time mercury insisted
on singing the song and nailed it
it was released as a single just six
weeks before mercury passed away
and served as an apt tribute to a
tremendous life
number two I have the Tiger survivor
commissioned by Sylvester Stallone to
compose a theme for the third film in
the rocky series survivor wrote an
anthem for the everyday man who must
fight to survive
speaking about going the distance and
rising up to the top this song has
everything we need to feel like
surviving the track ended up becoming
bigger than the film it was written for
and total sales now top nine million
copies making this hit single one of the
best selling of all time
before we unveil our top pick here are a
few honorable mentions
I think about it every night
and uh
came to ruffle feathers nah egos ain’t
afraid in the last chance to make me
number one I Will Survive Gloria Gaynor
kept thinking I could never live without
you by my side but then I spent on
midnight was there any doubt that this
song would be at the top dad was wrong
it’s a top-selling song a disco anthem a
symbol of female empowerment and a
Grammy winner speaking about the initial
devastation from her failed romance
Gaynor picks up and declares the cheese
got all her life to live and all her
love to give
resonating not just with women but also
with minority groups everywhere gainers
hit about surviving tough times is just
as motivational today as it was when it
was first released
do you agree with our list what survival
songs have helped you through tough
times for more inspiring top 10s
published every day be sure to subscribe
to watchmojo.com
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