There have been many great songwriters in our time but some that take the top of the list are the ones that shaped the music industry and paved the way for all musicians. The greatest songwriters of all time are the ones who wrote and in many cases, sung songs from the heart. They're from a simpler time when people had the time to sit back, listen to good music, and enjoy the lyrics as much as they did the acoustic guitar and other instruments.
Here is my list of the 10 greatest songwriters of all time:
1. Johnny Cash- Known as "The Man In Black", Johnny Cash has a number of great songs which made him famous that include "I Walk the Line" and Folsom Prison Blues." He was a unique artist with a humble, serious and rebellious side all rolled into one. When you add in his unique dark voice, you can see why his music is one-of-kind that could never be imitated.
2. Jimmy Buffett- One of the most unusual songwriters of all time has to be Jimmy Buffett. In his early years, his music had a serious side that took a drastic turn after his first couple of albums to songs that reflected alcohol, freedom and humor. "Rockefeller Square" and "Ellis Dee (He Ain't Free)" are two of his most popular songs from the early years.
3. Willie Nelson- When you think of the greatest songwriters of all time, Willie Nelson has to come to mind. He has the honor of being a member of the "Songwriting Hall of Fame", if that gives you an idea of how famous he is. Two of his big hits that helped to shape his career are "On the Road Again" and "Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground".
4. Bob Dylan- Bob Dylan has often been referred to as a songwriting genius. "Like a Rolling Stone" was his signature song which lasted for six minutes instead of the tradition two to three minutes. When it comes to rock and roll music, he is certainly one of the most famous songwriter in history.
5. Hank Williams, Sr- They'll never be another like Hank Williams, Sr. He was a remarkable singer with songs like ''I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry" and "Blue Eyes Cryin' In The Rain." He had a short career before he met an untimely death. However, during that time, he made such an impression that he is often still referred to as one of the most important country music singer/songwriters in history.
6. Stevie Nicks- One of the greatest rock and roll songwriters/singers whose music is legendary is Stevie Nicks. She has so many favorites that it's difficult to choose between them but two of her most well-known songs are "Don't Stop" and "Go Your Own Way."
7. Paul Simon- Simon broke up the "Simon and Garfunkel" team to go out on his own to become one of the most influential songwriters of the 80's. His music influenced musicians throughout the years and it will surely continue to do so for many more.
8. Cat Stevens- When it comes to creativity, Cat Stevens was one of the most ingenuous songwriters of his time. With classics like "Peace Train" and "Cats in the Cradle," he will always be remembered.
9. Janis Ian- Janis began her career as a teenager and she wrote songs about relationships and world peace with a little bit of everything else in-between. She was one of the most exciting Folk music singer and songwriter you'll ever hear.
10. Chuck Berry- One of the very first Rock and Roll songwriters and singer is Chuck Berry. After "Johnny B. Good" hit the charts, all types of artist have modeled themselves after this legend.
These men and women hold a special place in the hearts of music lovers as their songs helped then through the good and bad times of life. They have earned the title of the greatest songwriters of all time and their music will live on forever.
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