The Best Of George Michael Songs

The best songs of George Michael would be incomplete without Careless Whisper. It was released while Michael was still a part of the musical duo Wham!

Dropped as a part of Wham! album Make It Big, the song was credited either to Wham! ft. George especially in North America and several other countries or solely to Michael in the UK and some European countries.

Though the song was dropped in his Wham! days, it turned out to be a hit as a solo artist for the singer. Reportedly Michael penned this song out of boredom on his way to work as an usher.

The commercially successful song peaked at several music charts in 25 countries, selling over 6 million copies. This ARIA and BPI 2x Platinum-certified song peaked on Billboard Hot 100 chart at number one.

Faith by George Michael comes from his eponymous debut studio album. It held the position of number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for four weeks.

With the early rock sound to it, this song is definitely one of the widely recognized singles released by George. And what better than seeing him in a leather jacket, tight blue jeans, and aviator glasses in the MV?

The music video accompanying the song shows the singer playing guitar; however, Michael didn't know how to play the guitar and was totally faking it for the video.

One of the triumphant ARIA 2x Platinum-certified songs of Michael, Faith ascended on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart at number one on December 12, 1987.

One of the notable George Michael songs from the last century is Freedom 90. It was released on Michael's third album Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1 in 1990.

Issued via Columbia Records, this 1990-released song is one of a kind which makes one groove to its beats. The song is a loud declaration of an utmost desire to move forward artistically.

By 1990, the singer had grown tired of stardom and he barely wanted to face the camera. Therefore, Michael hired models to perform in the music video for the song.

His gospel-inspired vocals soar through the music video featuring models like Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista, and Tatjana Patitz.

One of George Michael best songs is Don't Let the Sun Go Down On with Elton John. This song yet again proved that the English singer has great luck with duets.

The record sales speak volumes of how dynamic the synergy of the duo was together. Michael starts the first verse of the song as below:

I can't light no more of your darkness
All my pictures seem to fade to black and white
I'm growin' tired, and time stands still before me
Frozen here on the ladder of my life

They were on good terms until 2004 when Elton unveiled Michael's marijuana use to the press. However, the English musicians reconciled after seven years in 2011.

Elton and George performed Don't Let the Sun Go Down in 1985 at Live Aid. It received a Gold certification from RIAA, recording certified unit sales of 1,000,000 copies.

Any list of George Michael best love songs is incomplete without Knew You Were Waiting (for me). It envelops the tale of two lovers who ended up crossing paths.

As aforementioned, the English singer had been blessed when it comes to duet. This song with Aretha Franklin released in 1987 proved it true and the proof is a Grammy Award.

Originally performed by Tina Turner and Aretha Franklin, Michael didn't try to copy her style or outsing her but sang it in a more laid-back style.

The synergy between Aretha and Michael created a Grammy Award-winning song for the category of Best R&B Duo/Group Performance.

Father Figure appeared on George Michael's debut album Faith. It was released as the fourth single from the album on December 28, 1987.

It is one of the great songs to come from Michael's debut album. Although the lyrics might appear obsessive to many out there; nonetheless, George loved to perform this song at concerts.'

The music video for the single sees Michael as a cab man who picks up model Tanaia Coleridge who was his love interest. Released over a decade ago in 2009, the MV of the song has amassed over 109 million views on YouTube.

Father Figure didn't make it to the top 10 charts in the United Kingdom; notwithstanding that, the single pinnacle in the United States music charts.

George Michael songs list from his third album Older includes Fastlove. Released as the second single, it cemented George's place in the modern pop music scene.

The ultra-modern dance-pop track that stands quite contrasting to the rest of the songs from the album has solidified its notability that transcends over two decades since its release in 1996.

Fast Love went on to acquire positive reviews from music critics all around the globe. The single topped the music charts in six countries including Hungary, Australia, the UK, Spain, and Italy.

Notable singer Adele sang this song at the Grammy paying tribute to the late singer. The song went on to receive a gold certification from BPI, streaming and selling over 600,000 units.

George Michael and Mary J Blige's cover of this Stevie Wonder classic appeared on the album Ladies & Gentlemen: The Best of George Michael.

The British singer and Michael teaming up for a duet cover have surpassed over 27 million views on YouTube. The BPI Gold-certified song peaked on the UK charts including UK Singles and UK Hip Hop/ R&B.

The accompanying music video of the song features George getting out of a car and entering a club. Upon entering the club, the singer gets to see the sight of several doppelgangers of Blige and himself.

George Michael's album Faith created another masterpiece titled One More Try. It was a personal song for him, the late singer unveiled himself.

The song is about Michael's attitude post the failure of his last relationship and his steps into the new one with the unwillingness to open up to anything.

The song peaked at number one and we can easily say why. The RIAA Gold-certified track peaked on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart at number 11, and the US Hot Black Singles at number 37.

One More Try remained one of Michael's live favorite songs over the years. That said, none of the singles from the notable album Faith topped the UK charts.

Once again, George Michael's album Faith held a masterpiece in the song Kissing A Fool. It was released as the seventh song on his debut solo album in 1988.

This jazzy ballad was recorded by the British singer in just one take. It encapsulates Michaels's insecurities as a partner resulted due to his baggage and reputation.

Among other notable songs from the album, this song was the least successful, peaking at number 18 on the UK Singles Chart. Also, it is the only single out of five to not make it to the Billboard Hot 100 at number one.

George Michael released the timeless ballad Praying for Time in 1990 via Columbia Records in the US. This 1990-released song pinnacled at number six in the UK.

The provoking lyrics of the song appear to be more and more relevant these days with the decreasing quality of humanity among mankind.

The first single from his second album Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1 peaked on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart at number one, making the record George's seventh no.1 in the United States.

This BPI Silver-certified single recorded sales of 140,000 copies in the United Kingdom as of October 2017.

Too Funky truly exhibits George Michael's love for funk and disco. The high-energy song sold 168,000 copies in the United Kingdom as of October 2017.

Michael has shown off his sassy vocals as he sang about the glamour of the fashion and showbiz world. The track truly showcases the singer's ability in creating masterpieces that is both meaningful and fun.

The music video accompanying the song is equally memorable as the song featuring the likes of Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, Cindy Crawford, and Christy Turlington.

George Michael's A Different Corner is his most intimate as well as minimalistic song issued via Columbia Records in 1986 in the United States.

This NVPI Platinum-certified song from his debut solo album Faith was featured in an episode of the US daytime soap opera Days of Our Lives.

It was the second successful solo single dropped by the singer following the success of Careless Whisper which solidified his name in the music scene as a soloist, peaking at the UK Singles Chart.

George Michael love songs include You Have Been Loved. This all-time favorite song came from the singer's 1996 album Older.

The singer left no crumbs in telling a story of a grieving mother who lost her song at a young age, emotionally pulling at the heartstrings with its lyrics.

You Have Been Loved penned by David Austin and Michael, the song earned Silver certification from the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) for the recorded sales of 200,000 copies.

George Michael Songs From The Last Century include The Strangest Thing. It was released as the sixth track of Older.

This track showcases the British singer's sublime vocals harmonized perfectly with the detailed instrumentation. Through the lyrics, the singer voices the difficult times faced by the protagonist.

In the first narrative form, Michael instills a ray of hope amidst adversity regardless of the difficult situation in life. One can interpret the song in many ways for it isn't limited to a certain perspective.