What is the best Phil Collins song of all time?

From brooding atmospheric masterpieces to irresistible pop confections, duets and covers and solo originals — Collins charted more No. 1 hits than almost anyone in the 1980s. Which is his finest?

1

In the Air Tonight

The atmospheric 1981 debut solo single with one of rock's most iconic drum fills, a brooding masterpiece of tension.

2

Sussudio

Collins's irresistibly catchy 1985 synth-pop No. 1 hit, whose made-up-word title became part of pop culture lexicon.

3

Against All Odds

The heartfelt 1984 ballad written for the film of the same name, reaching No. 1 in the US and UK simultaneously.

4

Another Day in Paradise

Collins's Grammy-winning 1989 No. 1 single about homelessness and social indifference, his most politically charged song.

5

One More Night

A lush 1985 ballad about waiting by the phone for a lover's call, one of Collins's most emotionally resonant performances.

6

Easy Lover

The 1984 duet with Philip Bailey that became a massive transatlantic hit with its irresistible groove and tight harmonies.

7

You Can't Hurry Love

Collins's 1982 faithful cover of The Supremes' classic that topped the UK charts and introduced him to a broader pop audience.

8

Take Me Home

A 1985 anthemic ballad about longing for simpler times, beloved by fans for its sweeping emotional power.

9

A Groovy Kind of Love

Collins's tender 1988 cover that reached No. 1 in both the US and UK, taken from the Buster movie soundtrack.

10

Two Hearts

An upbeat 1988 Motown-influenced pop gem, Collins's second hit from the Buster soundtrack and another chart-topper.

11

I Wish It Would Rain Down

A bluesy, heartfelt 1990 ballad featuring a guest guitar solo from Eric Clapton, one of Collins's most musically rich recordings.

12

Invisible Touch (Genesis)

The 1986 Genesis No. 1 single with Collins on lead vocals, the only Genesis song to top the US Billboard Hot 100.

13

In Too Deep (Genesis)

A beautiful 1986 Genesis ballad with Collins's emotive delivery, beloved by fans for its romantic sincerity.