22 Best Songs Featuring Killer Slide Guitar

Slide guitar. The very phrase conjures images of sun-drenched deserts, smoky blues clubs, and heartbroken ballads. Its mournful wail, its shimmering vibrato, its ability to evoke both joy and sorrow, makes it a truly unique instrument. This list isn't just about celebrating a specific artist or band; it's about celebrating the enduring power of the slide guitar itself, its ability to transcend genres and generations. From the raw emotion of classic blues to the dreamy textures of alternative rock, this expressive instrument has consistently shaped some of the most iconic songs in music history. We'll be exploring a range of styles, from the soulful cries that have defined the blues canon for decades to more contemporary takes on the sound, demonstrating the versatility and timeless appeal of this captivating technique.

This collection showcases the slide guitar's remarkable capacity to evoke a wide spectrum of human emotion. You'll discover tracks that capture the depth of loneliness, the thrill of love found and lost, and the resilience of the human spirit. Whether you're a seasoned music aficionado or a curious newcomer, this journey through some of the greatest slide guitar performances will undoubtedly leave you captivated. Prepare to be moved by the raw talent and emotional resonance of these timeless masterpieces, a testament to the enduring legacy of this remarkable instrument. It's a sonic exploration that promises to enrich your musical landscape and leave a lasting impression.

  • Loser
    1

    Loser

    Beck

    1993

    Mellow Gold

  • Fade Into You
    2

    Fade Into You

    Mazzy Star

    1993

    So Tonight That I Might See

  • Mannish Boy
    3

    Mannish Boy

    Muddy Waters

    1955

  • I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
    4

    I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry

    Hank Williams

    1949

  • The Thrill Is Gone
    5

    The Thrill Is Gone

    Tracy Chapman,B.B. King

    1969

    Deuces Wild

  • Crossroads
    6

    Crossroads

    Cream

    1968

  • Hoochie Coochie Man
    7

    Hoochie Coochie Man

    Muddy Waters

    1954

  • Statesboro Blues
    8

    Statesboro Blues

    The Allman Brothers Band

    1971

  • One Way Out
    9

    One Way Out

    The Allman Brothers Band

    1972

  • Red House
    10

    Red House

    The Jimi Hendrix Experience

    1966

  • Rock Me Baby
    11

    Rock Me Baby

    B.B. King

    1964

  • Dust My Broom
    12

    Dust My Broom

    Elmore James

    1951

  • Love in Vain
    13

    Love in Vain

    Robert Johnson

    1937

  • No Expectations
    14

    No Expectations

    The Rolling Stones

    1968

  • You Gotta Move
    15

    You Gotta Move

    The Rolling Stones

    1969

  • If Not for You
    16

    If Not for You

    George Harrison

    1970

  • Meet Me in the Morning
    17

    Meet Me in the Morning

    Bob Dylan

    1975

  • Tombstone Blues
    18

    Tombstone Blues

    Bob Dylan

    1965

  • Fade In-Out
    19

    Fade In-Out

    Oasis

    1997

  • Stormy Monday
    20

    Stormy Monday

    T-Bone Walker

    1947

  • Father to a Sister of Thought
    21

    Father to a Sister of Thought

    Pavement

    1992

  • Little Bird
    22

    Little Bird

    The White Stripes

    2004