In an effort to launch Ericsson’s new walkman phones, the company held a
‘World’s Favorite Songs’ poll in which nearly three-quarters of a million
voters partcipated. Topping the charts was the famous anthem, ‘We Are the
Champions’, by Queen. Michael Jackson’s megahit, ‘Billie Jean’, took the
number three spot on the top 100 list.

In the UK, Michael Jackson clearly dominated the charts. The pop star earned
seven spots in the top 10 of the 100 favorite songs list, with ‘Billie Jean’
holding the number one spot. (See top ten lists below).

The global poll, held in 66 countries and translated into 20 languages, was
comprised over a six week period between August 12, 2005 and September 22,
2005. Voters were permitted to submit three of their favorite songs.

Global Top 10 Songs
1. We Are The Champions - Queen
2. Toxic - Britney Spears
3. Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
4. Hotel California - The Eagles
5. La Tortura - Shakira
6. Smells Like Teen Spirit - Nirvana
7. Yesterday - The Beatles
8. One - U2
9. Imagine - John Lennon
10. Sultans Of Swing - Dire Straits

UK Top 10 Songs
1. Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
2. Thriller - Michael Jackson
3. Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen
4. Beat It - Michael Jackson
5. Angels - Robbie Williams
6. Smooth Criminal - Michael Jackson
7. We’ve Had Enough - Michael Jackson
8. Black or White - Michael Jackson
9. You Rock My World - Michael Jackson
10. Welcome to the Jungle - Guns ‘N’ Roses

Source: UK News (Lifestyle), MJFC