10 best Grand Theft Auto soundtracks of all time

One of the most iconic game series ever produced has got to be Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto series. Not only have they boasted of brilliant storylines and details, but also made breaking the law seem like fun.However, one of the most integral factors that contributed to the GTA series’ enormous success has got to be the brilliant soundtracks that have graced every game, which made even the most demanding of music critics proud. Some of the music’s most successful artists from Michael Jackson to 2Pac have featured in the series’ soundtracks, which skyrocketed its acclaim to dizzying heights.Keeping that in mind let’s take a look at the 10 best Grand Theft Auto soundtracks of all time.

#1 Billie Jean (Michael Jackson)

Game: GTA Vice City

Radio Station: Flash FM

The presence of the phenomenal Michael Jackson’s legendary classic Billie Jean on Vice City’s soundtrack won it critical acclaim, which is unsurprising since Billie Jean is considered as one of the greatest songs ever written. The song brought back a sense of nostalgia among Vice City gamers, many of whom were ‘80s babies, and took their love for the game to a whole new level. Who can resist Jackson’s voice as well as Billie Jean’s foot tapping beat while cruising through missions?

#2 Video Killed The Radio Star (The Buggles)

Game: GTA Vice City

Radio Station: Flash FM

Rockstar pulled off a real masterstroke when they chose to include this iconic song on the already fantastic GTA Vice City soundtrack. Video Killed The Radio Star is not only a brilliant song, but also a historic one as its music video was the first one to be broadcasted by a then new MTV. The song’s catch bass blends in perfectly with Vice City’s visuals, and is a delight to listen to whether you’re on a mission or not.

#3 Africa (Toto)

Game: GTA Vice City

Radio Station: Emotion 98.3

A real gem in the soundtrack of GTA Vice City can be found in the form of American band Toto’s international hit Africa, which is undoubtedly one of the best songs to be featured in the game. Africa’s wonderful melody as well as its excellent vocals make up for a real audio treat, and is sure to help make your missions seem more pleasant. Africa is one of the most underrated songs on Vice City’s soundtrack, but I’d say it’s one of the greatest.

#4 Wanna Be Starting Somethin (Michael Jackson)

Game: GTA Vice City

Radio Station: Fever 105

This pulsating song by Michael Jackson is also one of the standout tracks on GTA Vice City. Wanna Be Starting Somethin, with its amazing lyrics, pulsating bass as well as its contemporary sound make it a real listening gem. However this isn’t the best MJ song featured on Vice City. You’ll come to know which one is later in the list.

#5 Waiting For A Girl Like You (Foreigner)

Game: GTA Vice City

Radio Station: Emotion 98.3

The soundtrack of GTA Vice City is undoubtedly the greatest of the entire Grand Theft Auto series, and will go down as one of the best game soundtracks of all time. The inclusion of Foreigner’s international hit ‘Waiting For A Girl Like You’ was a real stroke of brilliance by Rockstar. The song’s distinctive synthesizer beat along with its beautiful vocals really bowled over gamers, who were already mesmerized by the games soundtrack.

#6 The Seeker (The Who)

Game: GTA IV

Radio Station: Liberty Rock Radio 97.8

The GTA IV soundtrack features a perfect blend of modern and classic music, but this classic song really stands out from all the rest. The Seeker, with its amazing guitar riff and catchy lyrics, proves to be a real delight for the listener and is perfect to listen to everywhere be it land, air or sea. Definitely one of the best songs of the game.

#7 Rock You Like A Hurricane (Scorpions)

Game: GTA Vice City Stories

Radio Station: V-Rock

One of the best and most recognizable rock songs of the’80s has got to be Rock You Like A Hurricane, and Rockstar did well to include it on the soundtrack of Vice City Stories. The song’s wild beat as well as its blaring vocals make it a perfect song to listen to while involved in high speed police chases or extremely rash driving.

#8 It\'s Like That (Run-D.M.C.)

Game: GTA Vice City Stories

Radio Station: Fresh 105 FM

It’s Like That by iconic hip-hop group Run-D.M.C. is the song that put new age hip-hop music on the map, and is ranked as one of the best hip-hop songs of all time. Rockstar did the right thing by including it on the soundtrack of GTA Vice City Stories, which is set in the transition phase of the ‘80s. The song’s pulsating beat as well as its meaningful lyrics make it one of the best tracks in the game.

#9 Personal Jesus (Depeche Mode)

Game: GTA San Andreas

Radio Station: Radio X

This highly popular song was ranked as one of the best rock songs of all time, and is undoubtedly one of the best to grace the GTA San Andreas soundtrack. Personal Jesus’ amazing lyrics and earth shattering bass make it a real treat to listen to while playing the game. I’d recommend giving it a listen while travelling on one of the game’s highways.

#10 I Love A Rainy Night (Eddie Rabbitt)

Game: GTA San Andreas

Radio Station: K-Rose

Life’s always good with a bit of country music (except Taylor Swift’s), and this brilliant song is one of the best in its genre. I Love A Rainy Night’s upbeat tempo along with its brilliant guitar solo makes it one of the standout songs in the game and is a pleasure to listen to while driving through the Bone County area of the game.