Don't Play Boring Songs. Join MUSICletter
My Wedding Songs
  • Song Ideas
    • Ceremony
      • Groom Processional
      • Walk Down the Aisle
      • Bride Entrance
      • Unity Songs
      • Exit Songs
    • Reception
      • Entrance
      • Cut the Cake
      • Bouquet Toss
      • Garter Toss
      • Slow Dance
    • Dances
      • First Dance
      • Father-Daughter Dance
      • Mother-Son Dance
      • Mother-Daughter Songs
      • Anniversary Dance
  • Charts
    • New Wedding Songs
    • Hot 50 Wedding Songs
    • Best Wedding Songs
    • Wedding Playlist
    • Modern Love Songs
  • Playlists
    • Wedding Playlists
      • Wedding Song Lists
      • Ballroom Dance Songs
      • Era Song Lists
      • Genre Song Lists
      • Love Song Lists
    • Unique Playlists
      • Songs by Year
      • Artists & Bands
      • Multicultural Songs
      • Holiday Songs
      • Word Themes
  • Blog
  • Podcast
  • Subscribe
  • Search
  • Menu Menu
Home > Music Artists & Bands > Best AC/DC Songs List – Top 10
AC/DC Top 10 Songs

Best AC/DC Songs – Top 10 List All-Time

Last Updated: June 20, 2022 | Written by Matthew Campbell

AC/DC is an Australian (Sydney) rock band and included heavy metal and blues-infused. The founding members of the band consist of brothers Malcolm and Angus Young. After the recording of the album Highway to Hell, Bon Scott died. The lead singer role Scott was replaced by Brian Johnson.

AC/DC Top 10 Songs

 

The band had multiple drummers including Phil Rudd, Simon Wright, and Chris Slade. AC/DC is in the top five highest selling bands of all-time. In 2003, AC/DC was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

So what AC/DC song will be number 1? Well, let’s get started!

Best AC/DC Songs List

My Wedding Songs is a reader-supported website.  As an Amazon Associate, we earn revenue from qualifying purchases.

#1 Back In Black
Released in 1981
On Album Back in Black
Did you know this song is a tribute to their former band member Bon Scott? The song is considered one of the greatest rock songs of all-time and rose to number thirty-seven on the Billboard Hot 100.

Forget the hearse ’cause I never die
I got nine lives
Cat’s eyes
Abusin’ every one of them and running wild
‘Cause I’m back


#2 You Shook Me All Night Long
Released in 1980
On Album Back in Black
The story of the song is about a night with a beautiful woman. The song peaked at number thirty-five on the Billboard Hot 100.

Now I’m back in the ring to take another swing
That the walls were shaking, the Earth was quaking
My mind was aching and we were making it
And you shook me all night long


#3 Highway to Hell
Released in 1979
On Album Highway to Hell
The backstory of the song comes from the demands of a touring band on the road. The song reached number forty-seven on the Billboard Hot 100.

Goin’ down
Party time
My friends are gonna be there too, yeah
I’m on the highway to hell


#4 Thunderstruck
Released in 1990
On Album The Razors Edge
The song went Platinum in the United States and is a staple entrance song for events.

Sound of the drums
Beating in my heart
The thunder of guns
Tore me apart
You’ve been
Thunderstruck


#5 T.N.T.
Released in 1976
On Album High Voltage

‘Cause I’m T.N.T., I’m dynamite
T.N.T., and I’ll win the fight
T.N.T., I’m a power load
T.N.T., watch me explode


 

#6 Hells Bells
Released in 1980
On Album Back in Black
Did you know the song was the entrance music for future Hall of Fame closer pitcher Trevor Hoffman for the San Diego Padres?

You got me ringing, Hell’s bells
My temperature’s high, Hell’s bells
You get the flame


#7 Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Released in 1976
On Album Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
The story of the song invites people experiencing problems to either call or visit at home. Then he will personally do things to resolve those problems.

Pick up the phone
I’m here alone
Or make a social call
Come right in
Forget about him
We’ll have ourselves a ball


#8 For Those About to Rock (We Salute You)
Released in 1982
On Album For Those About to Rock, We Salute You
The story of the song is based on an ancient salute used by Roman prisoners to be executed in the Colosseum. Did you know that the symbolistic cannons on the album came from Princess Diana’s royal wedding playing on the TV in the background and the band liked it as part of the song and it snowballed from there?

Like a bolt right out of the blue
The sky’s alight with the guitar fight
Heads will roll and rock tonight


#9 Shoot to Thrill
Released in 1980
On Album Back in Black

I’m like evil, I get under your skin
Just like a bomb that’s ready to blow
‘Cause I’m illegal, I got everything
That all you women might need to know


#10 Who Made Who
Released in 1986
On Album Who Made Who

Who picked up the bill, and who made who?
Yeah
Who made who
Who turned the screw?


 

Other AC/DC Fan Favorites

Moneytalks
Released in 1990
On Album The Razors Edge

The claim is on you
The sights are on me
So what do you do
That’s guaranteed
Hey little girl, you broke the laws
You hustle, you deal, you steal from us all


Shot in the Dark
Released in 2020
On Album Power Up

A shot in the dark
Make you feel alright
A shot in the dark
All through the whole night


AC/DC Highest-Charting Songs – Mainstream Rock

  • #1 Big Gun, 1993
  • #1 Hard as a Rock, 1995
  • #1 Stiff Upper Lip, 2000
  • #1 Rock ‘n’ Roll Train, 2008
  • #1 Shot in the Dark, 2020
  • #3 Moneytalks, 1990
  • #4 Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap, 1980
  • #4 For Those About to Rock, 1982
  • #5 Thunderstruck, 1990
  • #5 Play Ball, 2014
  • #6 Dirty Eyes. 1997
  • #7 Satellite Blues. 2000
  • #8 Rock or Bust, 2014
  • #9 Let’s Get It Up, 1982
  • #9 Cover You in Oil, 1996

If you have an opinion on our AC/DC top 10 songs list, be sure to leave a comment below.

Other great rock band song lists:

  • Aerosmith songs
  • Guns N Roses songs
  • Led Zeppelin songs

Hot New Songs Delivered Monthly!


About Matthew Campbell

Matthew (Matt) Campbell is a veteran wedding DJ. He is the founder of My Wedding Songs and became a leader in the music industry by curating hundreds of wedding song lists for over 20 years. Matt’s work has been referenced in Rolling Stone, DJ Life Magazine, Forbes, Style Me Pretty, and The Knot. He hosts the Wedding Songs Podcast and is the author of the Wedding Music Playlist. Matt lives in Las Vegas, NV with his wife and cat, Katniss. Read Full Bio.

6 responses to “Best AC/DC Songs List – Top 10”

  1. DEBORAH PARSONS says:
    March 28, 2020 at 2:19 pm

    What about Money talks?

    Reply
    • Matthew Campbell says:
      March 30, 2020 at 8:31 am

      Hi Deborah. Thanks for the suggestion. Yes, it is a great song and we added it as an honorable mention fan favorite.

      Reply
  2. A. says:
    June 23, 2018 at 11:04 pm

    It’s a decent attempt at a virtualy, impossible task: the definitive, AC/DC top ten; as ALL “lists” are personal & subjective.

    Studio wise, you missed:

    Live Wire
    Up to my neck in you
    Kicked in the teeth
    Squealer
    Playing with girls
    Send for the man
    just to list a few that they rarely, if ever, play live.

    Live:

    Guns for Hire
    Sin City
    Riff Raff
    Let there be rock
    Bad boy boogie

    As I wrote earlier, it’s subjective, and I’m a bit of a fan…. I’m an old-school fan, that has seen them live in 29 countries, yes, 29; And, fortunately/unfortunately, their last 2 shows at MSG & in Philly. Anyway, thanks for your work…cheers.

    Reply
    • Matthew Campbell says:
      June 24, 2018 at 6:31 am

      Thank for the feedback and list A. Yes, our lists are all subjective and yes, super fans will definitely have your own lists of favorite songs.

      Reply
  3. ethan richard says:
    January 12, 2018 at 11:33 am

    back in black is my 6 favorite song

    Reply
    • Matthew Campbell says:
      January 12, 2018 at 4:33 pm

      Thanks, Ethan. What is your #1?

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Just For You!

Grab a free copy of our "100 Greatest Wedding Songs".
    I agree to receive amazing song ideas. I have read and understood My Wedding Songs' Privacy Policy.

Popular Wedding Playlists

Anniversary Songs
Background Music
Bouquet Toss Songs
Cake Cutting songs
Entrance/Introduction Songs
Father-Daughter Dance Songs
First Dance Songs
Garter Toss Songs
Last Dance Songs
Mother-Daughter Songs
Mother-Son Dance Songs
Best Party Songs
Processional Songs
Recessional Songs
Unity Ceremony
2010s Music
2000s Music
1990s Music
Country Music
Hip Hop Music
Indie Music
Pop Music
R&B Music
Rock Music

Playlist Categories

  • Ceremony & Reception
  • Love Song Lists
  • Era Song Lists
  • Ballroom Dance Song Lists
  • Genre Wedding Songs
  • Multicultural Song Lists
  • Music Artists & Bands
  • Songs By Year
  • Word in Song Title Lists
  • Offbeat Song Lists

Connect With Us

My Wedding Songs on Facebook My Wedding Songs on Pinterest My Wedding Songs on Instagram My Wedding Songs on YouTube

Wedding Songs Podcast

spotify-podcast-badge
Apple-Podcasts

Sister Site

Top Wedding Songs

The Company

  • FAQ
  • VIP Newsletter
  • Promote Your Wedding Song
  • Our Story
  • Contact Us
  • Reviews

Giving Back

In 2022, we will donate $0.25 for every 1,000 website visitors to help our local youth.

© 2003-2022 My Wedding Songs All Rights Reserved.
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, we may earn commissions from qualifying purchases from Amazon.com.
We've worked hard to implement tools and processes to help you maintain your privacy. Do Not Sell My Personal Information
Sitemap | Privacy Policy | Terms Of Use | Affiliate Disclosure
Scroll to top