“Is there anything more Canadian than the Big Shiny Tunes series? 0. Want to discuss? Lightfoot’s CBC-commissioned song was first aired in 1967, to celebrate Canada’s 100th birthday. Happy Canada 150! Truly one of the Canadian greats, Lightfoot’s 1971 classic has been reused by numerous artists, including Barbra Streisand, Andy Williams, Johnny Cash, Sarah McLachlan, among many others. Definitely a great song to hear when you’re three sheets to the wind” — Stephen Keppler, 92.5 Fresh Radio. They just may be the 14 most perfect songs to listen to aboard the Indie88 Great Canadian Cruise. Written by Buffy Sainte-Marie in the basement of The Purple Onion coffeehouse in Toronto in the ’60s, Universal Soldier didn’t garner any critical acclaim until Donovan covered it. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts in the United States. 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It’s also one of the band’s earliest-composed tunes, written while Steven Page and Ed Robertson were counsellors at a music summer camp. Nova Scotian Ashley MacIsaac found great success with this flowing, rhythmic tune, and it simultaneously fit into the mainstream while exploring the Scottish roots of our country. “I think this is a song we could all kind of relate to — whether you were the girl that ditched the boy or the boy who liked the girl. The rest is history” — Alan Cross, 102.1 The Edge. “She put Consort, Alta. Fire in the Head slides your butt to the edge of your seat” — Scott Hackman, CISN Country 103.9. While all the other kids had MTV, we had The Littlest Hobo!” — Dani Rohs, 92.5 Fresh Radio. One of four parts (there are three other Neighbourhood songs on ensuing albums), this song encapsulates the band: an engaging rhythm, pleading vocals, lyrics about the past and that symphonic quality. This list may not reflect recent changes . Despite some loathing of this tune, by 1996, the song had been played on Canadian radio stations more than 100,000 times (for perspective, it was released midway through 1986). This fun song came at the height of “new” country, and Shania Twain was the undisputed queen of the movement. This song may have never made the charts, nationally or otherwise, but it certainly made the charts in our hearts. Anne Murray is a true treasure, and has influenced so many other Canadian stars like Shania and Celine” — Chris Scheetz, CISN Country 103.9. k.d. As the song became more and more popular, many English versions were written over the years , including one based on a poem written in 1908 by The Honourable Robert Stanley Weir. The song falls in the vein of “rebellious” ’70s and ’80s songs, like Twisted Sister’s We’re Not Gonna Take It, except, of course, this is Canadian. Hello City – Barenaked Ladies Hello Canadian city, hello Canadian city nightlife. 1 in numerous countries, including Jepsen’s home country of Canada. She was not afraid to press boundaries” — Jacqueline Sweeney, CISN Country 103.9 FM. Alternatively called a “timeless summer rock anthem” and “a lighthearted joke of a song,” your perception of Patio Lanterns is totally subjective. I totally crushed on Joey Jeremiah. I challenge you to try to find someone who doesn’t at least know a few words to this one. “One of (if not) the most popular singalongs in pubs along the east coast. Plus it’s The Hip. The Guess Who—”These Eyes” Written by band members Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings, this 1969 song extended The Guess Who’s popularity beyond their home of Canada, hitting No. Simplistic in its production, there is something visceral about the performance. You won’t be disappointed. Often, the songs are more reflective, but at times, as this list will show, the songs can be downright negative. (Interestingly, then-couple Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez were directly responsible for this song’s launch into the mainstream — both of them tweeted about it from their personal Twitter accounts after they heard it on the radio.). It was an arduous task to whittle down the number of amazing Canadian songs to a mere list of 50. Back in Your Head, written during a tumultuous time for the duo, is both lyrically dark and musically upbeat, a noted trademark of the pair’s musicality. This is why when it came to Canada’s 150th birthday we wanted to do something special. © 2017 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc. Shania Twain performs at Z100's Fourth Annual 'Jingle Ball' Concert on December 17, 1998 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Sam Roberts’ song about Canada features some typically Canadian content — “everything moves real slow when it’s 40 below” — but the song has a much deeper political context than that. “These guys are incredible. This gritty rock tune by Toronto band Sloan (originally from Halifax, N.S.) Canada Lyrics: Waking up in your bed / It's almost like I've been here forever / I'm obsessed with your brain / And I'd unfold it if you let me / What if we move to Canada / And buy some things on the map, and quickly got the attention of both the Canadian Beef industry and international big music stars (Roy Orbison)! “I’ve always thought this song sounds like a Led Zeppelin track. This song has been nicknamed “Canada’s second national anthem” and is used for all NHL broadcasts on the CBC television network. Follow her for a few laughs.). The practice may not be as widespread in Canada, but some of the country’s best have taken the time to identify their home with songs about Canada. Here’s a Spotify playlist of the above songs for you to enjoy: Get a roundup of the most important and intriguing national stories delivered to your inbox every weekday. Happy Canada 150! Stop right here. (Full disclosure: Tom Cochrane went to this reporter’s high school — Martingrove Collegiate — so there may be some bias here.) A beautiful tune, the song is inspired by the American south, and the lyrics refer to people the band members actually knew. Close your eyes and listen… does it not feel like you’re on the run from someone?! If anyone can possibly document the slang of Toronto, it’s Kardinal Offishall. You’re instantly at the same little party as Kim Mitchell, wondering who would be the first to kiss” — Jacqueline Sweeney, CISN Country 103.9. The Tragically Hip have long been considered the quintessential “Canadian” band, and it’s hard to deny it. Not a huge hit in the U.S., it fared far better north of the border, where it was a Top 40 hit. With this many musicians taking part, it’s a wonder the band’s music doesn’t sound like a cacophonous mess. “Started her working life with a chainsaw in Northern Ontario, and I think this song shows that side in a strange way” — Chris Scheetz, CISN Country 103.9. “A Canadian gem, this song captured the hearts of millions of Canadians. Truly groundbreaking in its format, Electric Pow Wow Drum features rawhide drumbeats and true Native singing, meshed with electronic beats and modern technology. lang has always been ahead of the curve, and this song was an instant hit, dominating the radio in 1992. To celebrate some of our best musicians, here are — in no particular order — 50 amazing Canadian songs in honour of this great country’s 150th birthday. One of the greatest examples of The Hip’s ability to poetically tackle social issues” — Scott Hackman, CISN Country 103.9. A massive number 1 Billboard hit from Montreal’s Andy Kim back in 1974. Tom Sawyer is one of Rush’s biggest tunes, and is widely considered one of the greatest rock songs of all time. (There’s no accounting for taste! It’s All Gonna Break (clocking in at 9:55) descends into a sort-of madness in its closing bars, like a choral ecstasy. First off, Sloan are true Canadians right down to their core. There are references to the Stanley Cup, the Leafs, Bill Barilko, hockey cards and more. Don’t even try to hate this song. MORE PATRIOTIC SONGS ABOUT CANADA "Our Dominion (a National Song and Chorus)" was written in 1867 to celebrate Confederation. Fun fact: CBC journalist Dwight Drummond appears in the video as a cameraman. Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. Featured on Degrassi High, The Zit Remedy (originally The Zits, a band comprised of characters Joey Jeremiah, Snake and Wheels), hit their peak with this “single.” It’s essentially a Canadian rite of passage to learn the lyrics to this song. Celebrating Canada Day isn’t complete unless you’ve created a playlist of country songs about Canada! “The Canadian Dream” is a play on “the American dream” and how Canada is publicly portrayed. “If you had just met someone who wasn’t Canadian and they asked you what the east coast is like, you’d probably just play them some Great Big Sea. Some folks knock the band for their obvious Led Zeppelin and The Doors influence, but there’s something distinctly theirs in their sound. Also, drummers who sing like Levon Helm are the best” — Matt DeBeurs, CISN Country 103.9. It also brought Avril Lavigne into our lives; her second single from her debut album (following other hit Complicated), she showed us that yes, girls can perform harder music. Another mutated coronavirus strain has been found in the U.K. Please read our Commenting Policy first. "Dief the Chief" was written as a tribute to our Canadian Prime Minister, (1957-1963) John Diefenbaker. A playful, wistful song, If I Had $1,000,000 was one of the Ladies’ biggest hits. Sarah McLachlan was the undisputed queen of the piano power ballad in the ’90s, and her songs were featured in hit shows of the period, including Dawson’s Creek and other teen dramas. So cool” — Chris Scheetz, CISN Country 103.9. They went on to win the Album of the Year Grammy for The Suburbs in 2011 and inspire countless musicians in the process” — Brian Bailey, 96.3 BIG FM. And even when you hone in on some of Canada’s “biggest” artists, you then have to consider each individual song, another nearly impossible feat. Weezer's "Undone - The Sweater Song" was written as a sad song about depression, but listeners heard it as a funny, ironic song. Janet Jackson famously sampled the tune in her 1997 song Got ‘Til It’s Gone. Jump to navigation Jump to search. Whether it was about Bud the Spud tearing up the 401, or a Sudbury Saturday night, his music stands as constant proof that he was overjoyed about where he lived. Aside from that historical achievement, Snowbird is a Canadian classic, and like Mitchell’s song, has been covered by other artists like Elvis Presley and Bing Crosby. It may not be the most positive song to be written about Canada but when you think of Canadian songs this is always top of mind. Canada’s small towns have produced some of the world’s most talented musicians, so it’s only fitting that rural roots have been the inspiration for a host of hit songs. (This song is best sung drunk in a bar in Dublin at 2 a.m. with Fresh Radio’s Stephen Keppler & Adam Ricard from the Edge in Toronto… true story! You know what it is. I saw them live a few years back, and holy cow, can they shred. RIP, Leonard. The song is about Indian residential schools and the government's apology. Its poignancy is so strong, even still, that numerous artists have performed their own version, including Bob Dylan and the Counting Crows. It may not have made it in the U.S., but it was wonderful to see Canadians producing catchy, innovative electronic songs at the time. “Good music CAN be found in the east coast! We the staff at Indie88 pored over hundreds of the best Canadian songs of all-time and came up with 150 from across all genres. But after much, much arm twisting, Celine relented and recorded a demo of composer James Horner’s song. Arden’s distinctive voice lends itself to her collection of powerful ballads of the ’90s, including other hits Insensitive, I Would Die for You and Could I Be Your Girl. In the song, an apologetic Bieber pleads for forgiveness, and many people point to his “unsavoury” teen behaviour as the impetus. “As a kid growing up in Winnipeg, I remember Guess Who pride being very, very strong. 100 on VH1’s greatest songs of the ’80s. Considering this is a debut single, Maestro (Fresh-Wes, at the time) struck gold right at the outset. "CANADA IS - Steve Hyde & Eric Robertson - This song tells about what this country stands for, our hopes for the future, and the way we welcome people from all parts of the world to share this land with us." “Thank you for making me laugh out loud and feel old. Eh bud, just in time for Canada Day, we’ve got 14 songs that will have you feeling as Canadian as possible. It was also the best-selling single in the world in 1998, and it won the Academy Award for Best Original Song. This ’80s hit was popular on both sides of the border, and was Hart’s first charted song — and his first single from his debut album. 1 in 13 different countries and spent multiple weeks on top of Billboard’s Hot 100 and the Canadian Hot 100. "Rant and Roar" – Great Big Sea. In the ’90s, Alanis Morissette led the charge of female pop-rock. Critics speculate that the song is about The Weeknd’s destruction of his former self; indeed, he did cut off his trademark locks just prior to release, so it’s possible. Fire in the Head is one of the band’s biggest hits, a guitar-strong rock anthem with psychedelic undertones. This article needs additional citations for verification. Hard to find someone who rocks the Canadian tuxedo more often than this guy. Not necessarily Canadian themed lyrics but he’s best buds with Kevin Drew and performed with ‘BSS’ at this years Field Trip. We’d imagine, at the time, that using the word “hell” in the name of your song was interpreted as anti-censorship, so way to go, Trooper! “One of the heaviest in Neil’s catalogue, the tone is set from the first strike of Young’s distorted guitar. As a Native Canadian in a volatile era, Sainte-Marie broke many barriers by achieving fame, becoming one of the first Indigenous people to find a career in mainstream music. Téléphone: 514 570-6656 ; Faxe: Fax: 514 329-0566 ; Trouvez nous sur : Facebook page opens in new window. Artist: Andy Kim, Blue Rodeo, Mac DeMarco, Mounties, Neil Young, Sam Roberts, Sloan, Stompin' Tom Connors, The Tragically Hip, The Weakerthans, You’ve Been Missing This Hidden Cards Against Humanity Card All Along, This artist drew self-portraits on 50 different drugs (Photos), The 25 Most Iconic Music Videos of the ‘90s. The sentimentality of the acoustic guitar belies the lyrics as well, giving the song a folky, “around the campfire” feel. Who would’ve thought a song featuring a fiddle and vocals in Scottish Gaelic (sung by Mary Jane Lamond) could hit the top of the charts? Secondly, the lyrics: “One thing I know about the rest of my life, I know that I’ll be living it in Canada”. Every song has an echo of Canadiana deep in its notes. Recorded in 1981, the synthesizer is a big player in Tom Sawyer, and heralded the beginning of the ’80s rush (pun intended) to synthesized music. I don’t think it’s possible NOT to air drum to this tune. In the early 90s, you could not go anywhere without hearing this classic Canadian jam. Including “rock n’ roll can never die” and “it’s better to burn out than to fade away” — both quoted widely and used by many other musicians, including Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain in his suicide note — the song is very powerful and one for the ages. (For some of the songs, Corus radio folks chimed in with their thoughts.). This catchy pop tune couldn’t be more ’80s if it tried. This song brings me back to my childhood. These guys were famous outside of Canada and this was their best. (It’s even more impressive when you learn that he worked at an American Apparel outlet on Toronto’s Queen St. less than 10 years ago.) I heard a rumour this song inspired a movie — I’m still waiting for it” — Jacqueline Sweeney, CISN Country 103.9. True story, my big brother looked like Wheels back in the day” — Monica Lapajne, 104.3 Fresh Radio. Even though Neil Young has worked and lived in America for most of his career, Canadians still cling to him as one of their own. Evénements à venir; Evénements passés; Téléchargements; … Happy Canada Day, everybody! A song about simpler times growing up in Northern Ontario sung by an absolute Canadian icon. There’s no need to describe this song to Canadians. 1 in Canada. Where in the world is Santa Claus? If you grew up in the ’80s and the early ’90s, you could catch episodes of dog TV show The Littlest Hobo in syndication (and if you’re lucky, even today you can catch it on Sunday mornings). A cover of the Velvet Underground original, the Cowboy Junkies’ version is like a bolt of electricity to the heart. “Celine did NOT want to record this song. Adresse: 3721 Boul. Lightfoot has said in interviews the song came to him as he sat in a vacant Toronto house, as he was going through a divorce. She thought it was overwrought and schmaltzy. To think that Aubrey Graham (a.k.a. 1 in Canada and No. )” — Stephen Keppler, 92.5 Fresh Radio. A combination of blues, rock and country, the song is a dedication to Canadian locales, and they’re mentioned in the lyrics; Moose Jaw, Moosomin, Red Deer, Medicine Hat are among them. RIP to maybe the most Canadian man who ever lived. Though Mac has laid off this brand in the last few years, here’s a ballad he wrote about his favourite Canadian Cigarette brand. native The Weeknd has had an amazing few years, shooting to the top of the charts around the world. Here are 10 classic Canadian tunes that pay tribute to small-town Canadian life, from starry nights in cottage country and sleepy prairie towns, to waltzing log drivers and homesick rodeo riders. And as soon as this song came on, the place went NUTS. It’s a testament to their talent that every song they produce is like a symphony, almost as if they’ve tamed the music to their will. Shares. Loved and hated, Call Me Maybe is divisive. Indie rock band The Weakerthans manages to capture the very essence of Winnipeg, Man. If you don’t know this song, then we’re not sure what to tell you. It won her the best female pop vocal performance Grammy in 1993 and the MTV Video Award for best female video. ), “Every time I hear this song, it just makes we want to go on a road trip through the Prairies. “I love the giggle at the end. And the best of all of them, Shiny Tunes 2, which featured this song. 2 in the U.S. Don’t worry, Glass Tiger — we won’t ever forget you. Playfully dubbed “the provincial rock anthem of Manitoba,” TCB (as it’s affectionately known) is a timeless classic, perfect for that long road trip or commute to work. 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