Top 30 Songs That Had a Big Resurgence Years Later

Name: Top 30 Songs That Had a Big Resurgence Years Later
Uploaded: 2026-06-15T18:00:00-04:00
Channel: WatchMojo
Description: Some songs never truly die — they just wait for their moment to shine again. Join us as we count down the most iconic tracks that found massive new audiences years, or even decades, after their original release. From viral TikTok trends to blockbuster film placements, these songs prove that great music is truly timeless. Which of these comebacks surprised you the most?

VOICE OVER: Rebecca Brayton

Some songs never truly die — they just wait for their moment to shine again. Join us as we count down the most iconic tracks that found massive new audiences years, or even decades, after their original release. From viral TikTok trends to blockbuster film placements, these songs prove that great music is truly timeless. Which of these comebacks surprised you the most? Our countdown includes "Running Up That Hill" by Kate Bush, "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen, "Cruel Summer" by Taylor Swift, "Dreams" by Fleetwood Mac, "Never Gonna Give You Up" by Rick Astley, "Fast Car" by Tracy Chapman, and so many more! What song do you hope has a resurgence next? Let us know in the comments below!

#30: "Makeba" (2015)
#29: "Misery Business" (2007)
#28: "Something in the Way" (1991)
#27: "Billie Jean" (1982)
#26: "Sign of the Times" (2017)
#25: "Sure Thing" (2010)
#24: "Miserlou" (1962)
#23: "Copacabana (At the Copa)" (1978)
#22: "Forever Young" (1984)
#21: "Maps" (2003)
#20: "Bye Bye Bye" (2000)
#19: "Where Is My Mind?" (1988)
#18: "Pop Muzik" (1979)
#17: "Headlock" (2006)
#16: "Unwritten" (2004)
#15: "Don't Stop Believin'" (1981)
#14: "Pretty Little Baby" (1962)
#13: "Unchained Melody" (1965)
#12: "Bloody Mary" (2011)
#11: "Never Gonna Give You Up" (1987)
#10: "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" (1958)
#9: "Do You Love Me" (1962)
#8: "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)" (1988)
#7: "Dreams" (1977)
#6: "Twist and Shout" (1963)
#5: "Cruel Summer" (2019)
#4: "Murder on the Dancefloor" (2001)
#3: "Fast Car" (1988)
#2: "Bohemian Rhapsody" (1975)
#1: "Running Up That Hill" (1985)

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