Andrea Raffin / Shutterstock.comRobbie Williams is the ultimate entertainer. He combines the bravado of a rockstar with the humor of a stand-up comedian and the vulnerability of a clown crying behind his mask.
His music shoots off in all directions: from britpop anthems and swinging big band to intimate ballads. But whatever he sings, he always does it with a wink and an open heart.
These are the ten best songs by Robbie Williams.
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Angels
The song that saved his career and made him immortal. It is no longer a pop song, it is a folk anthem. The lyrics about protection by a deceased loved one touches everyone. When the chorus begins, the whole world sings along. The outcry at the end is pure emotion. It is comforting, grand, and connecting. The definitive Robbie Williams classic.
Feel
His most mature and introspective hit. The piano intro is iconic. It is about the emptiness that remains despite all success and women. "I just want to feel real love." You hear the desperation and the search for meaning. The production is stylish and timeless. A beautiful, honest song about the loneliness at the top.
Decent melody, but lyrically Feel is painfully basic.
Let Me Entertain You
The opening of every concert. A glam rock stomper that sounds like a cross between Queen and The Rolling Stones. The makeup, the audacity, the screaming. "Let me entertain you" is not a question, it is a command. The piano hammers and the guitars howl. It is Robbie in his natural habitat: owning the stage and playing the audience.
Certified classic. 🔥
Rock DJ
Disco in a modern jacket. The beat is tight, the strings are funky, and the energy is unmatched. It is purely about seduction on the dance floor. Robbie raps, sings, and flirts with the listener. It is an explosion of fun and confidence. The controversial music video is legendary, but the song also stands firm on its own.
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She's the One
A cover of World Party, but Robbie made it world famous. It is an ode to ideal love, simple and pure. The strings and piano create a soft, romantic mood. Robbie sings it with a tenderness not often heard from him. It is the ultimate swoon song for weddings and first kisses.
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Come Undone
A raw and honest song about the dark side of fame. The lyrics are painful: "I am scuppered." He admits he is not the hero everyone thinks he is. The guitars are sharp and the chorus is grand. It is a confession on the dance floor. Robbie lets his mask slip and shows his scars.
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Mr. Bojangles
Here Robbie shows his love for Frank Sinatra and the Swing era. He tells the story of the street dancer in the cell with so much empathy. You see the old man dancing in prison. Robbie's voice is warm and respectful. It shows that he is not just a popstar, but also a classic storyteller.
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Road to Mandalay
The intro suggests a sunny vacation, but the lyrics are melancholic. It is about enjoying life while knowing it is finite. The mood is lazy and dreamy. Robbie sings it with a soft, almost lazy voice. It is the perfect song for a long car ride in the summer, full of longing and sunshine.
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Supreme
A brilliant mix of James Bond drama and disco music. The sample of "I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor gives it a classic feel. The strings are grand and dramatic. Robbie plays the rejected lover with verve. It sounds stylish, grand, and somewhat arrogant, exactly as we like to hear him.
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Candy
A cheerful, bouncy pop song that sounds like a sugar rush. The brass is festive and the melody is irresistibly catchy. Robbie sings about a girl who thinks she is everything, with a nice dose of sarcasm. An earworm of the highest order.
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Still mind-blowing to think about: the song that saved his career and made him immortal.
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