30 Best Songs Featuring Harmonica & Acoustic Guitar: A Harmonious Playlist

The harmonica's soulful wail and the acoustic guitar's gentle strumming – a combination that evokes feelings of nostalgia, romance, and raw emotion. This unique blend of instruments has graced countless iconic songs, creating a timeless soundscape that continues to resonate with listeners across generations. This list celebrates the power of this pairing, showcasing tracks that perfectly capture the magic created when these two instruments intertwine. From heartfelt ballads that tug at the heartstrings to upbeat tunes that lift the spirit, the songs featured highlight the diverse emotional landscape achievable with this simple yet powerful instrumentation. We've carefully curated a selection that showcases the artistry and impact these songs have had on music history.

Think of the soaring vocals accompanied by a bluesy harmonica and delicate guitar strums; remember the feeling of carefree summer evenings evoked by a catchy melody and the rhythmic interplay of these instruments; or perhaps recall the melancholic beauty born from a simple, yet perfectly executed, acoustic arrangement punctuated by a harmonica’s plaintive cry. This collection isn’t just a list; it's a journey through musical history, highlighting the enduring appeal of these classic songs and inviting you to rediscover—or perhaps discover for the first time—the magic of the harmonica and acoustic guitar. Whether you're a seasoned music aficionado or a casual listener, prepare to be captivated by the emotional depth and enduring quality of these unforgettable tracks.

  • I Will Always Love You
    1

    I Will Always Love You

    Whitney Houston

    1993

    The Bodyguard - Original Soundtrack Album

  • I'm Yours
    2

    I'm Yours

    Jason Mraz

    2008

    We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things.

  • Country Roads
    3

    Country Roads

    John Denver

    1971

  • Take Me Home, Country Roads
    4

    Take Me Home, Country Roads

    John Denver

    1971

    Poems, Prayers and Promises

  • Hotel California
    5

    Hotel California

    The Eagles

    1976

  • Hey Jude
    6

    Hey Jude

    The Beatles

    1968

    With The Beatles (Remastered)

  • Dust in the Wind
    7

    Dust in the Wind

    Kansas

    1977

    Point Of Know Return (Expanded Edition)

  • American Pie
    8

    American Pie

    Don McLean

    1971

    American Pie

  • Brown Eyed Girl
    9

    Brown Eyed Girl

    Van Morrison

    1967

    Blowin' Your Mind!

  • A Horse with No Name
    10

    A Horse with No Name

    America,George Martin

    1971

    America

  • Old Man
    11

    Old Man

    Neil Young

    1972

    Harvest (50th Anniversary Edition)

  • Take It Easy
    12

    Take It Easy

    The Eagles

    1972

  • The Weight
    13

    The Weight

    The Band

    1968

    Music From Big Pink (Remastered)

  • Love Me Do
    14

    Love Me Do

    The Beatles

    1962

    Please Please Me (Remastered)

  • Simple Man
    15

    Simple Man

    Lynyrd Skynyrd

    1973

    Pronounced' Leh-'Nerd 'Skin-'Nerd

  • Wild Horses
    16

    Wild Horses

    The Rolling Stones

    1971

    Sticky Fingers (Remastered)

  • Folsom Prison Blues
    17

    Folsom Prison Blues

    Johnny Cash

    1955

    Under the Boardwalk

  • Peaceful Easy Feeling
    18

    Peaceful Easy Feeling

    The Eagles

    1972

  • Sunshine Of Your Love
    19

    Sunshine Of Your Love

    Cream

    1967

    Disraeli Gears (Deluxe Edition)

  • Southern Cross
    20

    Southern Cross

    Crosby, Stills, Nash

    1981

  • Blowin' in the Wind
    21

    Blowin' in the Wind

    Bob Dylan

    1963

    The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan

  • The Times They Are A-Changin'
    22

    The Times They Are A-Changin'

    Bob Dylan

    1964

  • Tequila Sunrise
    23

    Tequila Sunrise

    The Eagles

    1973

  • Maggie May
    24

    Maggie May

    Rod Stewart

    1971

    Every Picture Tells A Story

  • For What It's Worth
    25

    For What It's Worth

    Buffalo Springfield

    1966

    Buffalo Springfield

  • Heart of Gold
    26

    Heart of Gold

    Neil Young

    1972

    Harvest (50th Anniversary Edition)

  • Fire and Rain
    27

    Fire and Rain

    James Taylor

    1970

    Sweet Baby James (2019 Remaster)

  • Rocky Mountain High
    28

    Rocky Mountain High

    John Denver

    1972

    Rocky Mountain High

  • Big Yellow Taxi
    29

    Big Yellow Taxi

    Joni Mitchell

    1970

  • Take a Load Off Annie
    30

    Take a Load Off Annie

    The Band

    1969