1. "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey – Possibly the best song regarding taking midnight trains to anywhere.

Immediately recognizable opening? Yes

Easy to remember lyrics?: Yes

Killer solo for air-guitarring?: Yes, One

Talking points: Not only does this song deliver an uplifting message that gives you false confidence, but it allows those who know it to act like a Japanese businessman at Karaoke night.

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2. "Livin' On A Prayer" by Bon Jovi – One of three Bon Jovi songs that is acceptable to know.

Good drum line for fist pumping/table pounding?: Yes

Easy to remember lyrics?: No, but great chorus you can give your all to

Killer solo for air-guitarring?: Yes, One

Talking points: Lines like "take my hand, we'll make it I swear" give you the chance to enthusiastically grab a girl's chest after you "miss" her hand.

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3. "Sweet Home Alabama" by Lynyrd Skynyrd – Enjoyable even to people who don't know where Alabama is.

Immediately recognizable beginning?: Yes

Killer solo for air-guitarring?: Yes, Two

Easy to remember lyrics?: Yes, and an awesome chorus to boot

Talking points: This song has appeal even above the Mason Dixon line and allows you to sing in a Southern accent.

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4. "Baba O'Riley" by The Who – Now you get to be the music dick and correct people when they think this song is called "Teenage Wasteland."

Immediately Recognizable beginning?: Yes

Good drum line for fist pumping/table pounding?: Yes

Easy to remember lyrics?: No, but everyone loves belting out "Teenage Wasteland!"

Talking points: This songs lyrics apply so directly with your life, being a wasted teenager, that the beauty of it all could motivate you to reach out and just grab a boob. The unsuspecting girl, being a fan of The Who, will understand.

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5. "Paradise City" by Guns N Roses – Paradise City isn't real, crazy Axl Rose!

Killer solo for air-guitarring?: Pretty much the whole thing is perfect, as long as you can keep up with Slash

Immediately recognizable opening?: Yes

Easy to remember lyrics?: Perfect chorus for drunken belting

Talking points: Locking eyes with the right girl during this song could result in a sweet beej. Nice.