Mother's Day 2024 - Mom's Top 5

By Jessica Klausing

Happy Mother’s Day! Whether you’re a mother, stepmother, fur mom, or a motherly figure in someone’s life - we believe ALL mothers are the real rockstars! 

I have asked my mom to share her top five favorite songs in honor of this special occasion. She’s asked me to inform the readers that this list is in no particular order. So, without further ado, here are my mom’s song picks:

The Spinners - “I’ll Be Around”

When you think of that classic smooth R&B sound, The Spinners are one of the first iconic acts that come to mind. “I’ll Be Around” was originally released as the B-side of the single “How Could I Let You Get Away.” However, radio DJs favored “I’ll Be Around.” The song became an unexpected hit, spending five weeks at number one on the U.S. R&B chart. It’s one of my mom’s favorites for its gorgeous musical production.

Prince and The Revolution - “Purple Rain”

Prince’s iconic power ballad, “Purple Rain,” ranked number two on the Hot 100 chart in 1984. It was also the title track of the album and the film’s name that Prince starred in, loosely based on his life as a young artist trying to make it within the cutthroat music industry. This song holds a special place in my mom’s heart, as it was the first song my parents danced to when they met. 

Sammy Hagar - “I Can’t Drive 55”

My mom and I share a love for classic rock! Van Halen was one of the bands we listened to a lot in my youth. Although I tend to prefer the David Lee Roth songs, my mom is a devoted Sammy Hagar fan. There’s a reason this song made it on VH1’s 100 Greatest Rock Songs list – it’s such a fun, high-energy banger! Warning: Be wary of police cars when joyriding to this song.

Loverboy - “Lovin’ Every Minute Of It”

I’ve asked my mom to tell me her favorite concert. She’s unable to provide me with a number one, but Loverboy is a top choice! “Lovin’ Every Minute Of It” has that quintessential 80’s Hard Rock ‘feel-good, head-banging’ bravado. 

Journey - “Girl Can’t Help It”

If my mom had to pick a favorite rock band, Journey would be it. “Girl Can’t Help It” was released as the third single from their 1986 album, Raised on Radio. This song tends to get overshadowed by the band’s mega-hit, “Don’t Stop Believin,” but music fans can still appreciate Steve Perry’s flawless, powerful vocals.