40 Pop/Rock Songs That Have Become Anthemic

Includes audience participation!

How my desk looked when I was composing this article. Thank you, Post-Its. And BTW, I don’t smoke inside! Photo by author.

This is one of the most challenging pieces I have ever worked on. And I know I am going to get pounded as a result. I may have to publish Part 2, 41–80, to appease my readers and validate my opinion!

Before we get into the countdown, let me tell you about a few parameters around its development.