19 Songs to Show Off Your Killer Car Audio System

Updated at: 13/05/2025

This isn't about a specific artist, band, or album, but rather a curated collection of songs designed to showcase the full potential of your car's audio system. The goal is to celebrate the power and precision of exceptional sound reproduction, highlighting tracks that possess a dynamic range capable of testing and demonstrating your system's capabilities. From the soulful nuances of a jazz ballad to the booming basslines of a pop anthem, this selection represents a diverse spectrum of musical styles, each chosen for its ability to reveal the subtleties and strengths of high-fidelity audio. Think of tracks that allow you to truly appreciate the crisp highs, the deep lows, and the seamless transitions between instruments—songs that will make even the simplest drive feel like a concert.

This carefully selected playlist isn't just about showcasing your system; it's about rediscovering the joy of listening. It's about experiencing the rich textures of familiar favorites in a whole new light, hearing details you may have missed before. Whether it's the intricate piano work in a mellow track or the layered percussion in an upbeat number, each song is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the music. We've included both well-known classics and more modern hits, ensuring there's something for every audiophile, regardless of their musical taste. Prepare to be amazed by the transformative power of a truly exceptional audio setup, brought to life by this unique playlist.

  • No One
    1

    No One

    Alicia Keys

    2018

    No One (Remixes)

  • Boom Boom Pow
    2

    Boom Boom Pow

    Black Eyed Peas

    2009

    THE E.N.D. (THE ENERGY NEVER DIES)

  • Hotel California
    3

    Hotel California

    Eagles

    1976

    Hotel California (2013 Remaster)

  • Rock That Body
    4

    Rock That Body

    Black Eyed Peas

    2009

  • Don't Know Why
    5

    Don't Know Why

    Norah Jones

    2002

  • The Thunder Rolls
    6

    The Thunder Rolls

    Garth Brooks

    1991

  • Hide and Seek
    7

    Hide and Seek

    Imogen Heap

    2005

  • Breathe
    8

    Breathe

    Faith Hill

    2000

    Breathe

  • He Mele No Lilo
    9

    He Mele No Lilo

    Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu

    2002

  • Diamonds And Rust
    10

    Diamonds And Rust

    Joan Baez

    1975

    Diamonds & Rust

  • A Moment Apart
    11

    A Moment Apart

    ODESZA

    2017

  • Headshots
    12

    Headshots

    Isaiah Rashad

    2016

  • Programs
    13

    Programs

    Mac Miller

    2018

  • Packt Like Sardines in a Crushd Tin Box
    14

    Packt Like Sardines in a Crushd Tin Box

    Radiohead

    2003

  • Touchscreen Navigation
    15

    Touchscreen Navigation

    Rae Sremmurd

    2015

  • The Hands That Thieve
    16

    The Hands That Thieve

    Streetlight Manifesto

    2013

  • L.O.V.E
    17

    L.O.V.E

    SOPHIE

    2017

  • Bird on a Wire
    18

    Bird on a Wire

    Johnny Cash

    1963

  • Friend of the Devil
    19

    Friend of the Devil

    Grateful Dead

    1970

    American Beauty