3 Rock Songs From 1977 That Still Burn Bright Today
Three rock songs released in 1977—Bonnie Tyler’s “It’s A Heartache”, Queen’s “We Are The Champions” and Heart’s “Barracuda”—are highlighted as enduring classics.
– “It’s A Heartache” was Tyler’s first Top 5 single and showcased her raspy post-surgery voice.
– Queen’s Freddie Mercury wrote “We Are The Champions”, released alongside “We Will Rock You” on *News of the World*.
– Heart’s “Barracuda”, from *Little Queen*, became the band’s second Top 10 single.
- Three 1977 rock songs remain widely celebrated.
- Tyler’s hit established her distinctive vocal sound.
- Queen and Heart added defining classic-rock anthems.