On the occasion of Throne Day, the tributes for the 25 years of King Mohammed VI’s reign are pouring in… Here at the editorial team, we decided to celebrate this event with a feel-good playlist, featuring only songs that include the word, “king”! Listen as much as you want, whether at the beach, in the car, or while jogging.
Your Love is King – Sade
We start with the high priestess of love songs, whose track (released in 1984) is a royal declaration.
Can You Feel the Love Tonight? – The Lion King
Elton John’s voice, Timon and Pumbaa’s intro, and the chills Disney knows how to create, for a track that became iconic thanks to the animated movie re-released in 2019, this time with Beyoncé at the helm of the soundtrack.
Wandu Project – King of My Castle
Released in 1999 (the same year as the coronation of Mohammed VI), this electro track made clubbers around the world dance. We listen to it again for this 25th Throne Day!
Dadju – King
Dadju is the king of romantic songs… With the track, “King” (released in 2022), the poetic rapper delivers an upbeat melody, perfect for singing and/or dancing along to.
Sun King – The Beatles
It’s not the most well-known track by the Fab Four, but like “Here Comes the Sun” (toudoudoudou), this song also pays tribute to the sun, which young Londoners probably didn’t see often…
King of the World – Steely Dan
Ah, the futuristic funk of the seventies! If you don’t already know Steely Dan, it’s the signature jazz-rock sound of that era, with an impressive discography to enjoy again and again.
King of Guitar – BB King
Was the blues guitarist and singer talking about himself in King of Guitar? Either way, for us, he remains undeniably the King.
King of Dreams – Deep Purple
Released in 1990, this track marks the rise of alternative rock, with Deep Purple as a flagbearer. Rebellious youth in Los Angeles, a somewhat naive music video, and hairstyles that would challenge even the best hairdressers today… But we still love it, because it’s Deep Purple.
King of Birds – R.E.M.
The mesmerizing voice of Michael Stipe, the “snake charmer” guitar sound: “King of Birds” is the perfect track to drift away to. Put it on repeat for Throne Day.
King of the Hill – Johnny Cash
This Johnny Cash track, from the tortured king of country, captures the essence of sixties Montana. Not familiar with him? Watch Walk the Line, a magnificent biopic of the artist. He is majestically portrayed by the brilliant Joaquin Phoenix.
House of the King – Focus
Don’t be misled by the first clarinet notes. It’s a German band, but the rock and rhythm take us back in time to a hippie era full of carefree vibes.
Hall of the Mountain King – The Who
With this 1967 track, The Who heralds the birth of punk. Warn your neighbors before playing it, as it needs to be cranked up loud.
King & Queen – Wyclef Jean & Shakira
He’s one-third of the Fugees, she’s the queen of Latin music (sorry, JLO). Together, Haiti and Colombia unite for a rhythm that makes you want to book the next flight to the West Indies.
King of My Heart – John Mark McMillan, Sarah McMillan
He’s known for, among other things, the City of Angels soundtrack. A word of warning: with Sarah McMillan, keep tissues close by.
King of the Bongo – Robbie Williams
Did you know that the cheeky British pop star – with Lily Allen – covered two of Manu Chao’s iconic tracks in 2006?
