1. Buffalo Springfield — "For What It's Worth"

You may recognize this song from "Forrest Gump" but it is so much more than that. While many believe that the song was written as a protest against the Vietnam War, it was actually created in response to the "Sunset Strip Riots."

2. Arcade Fire — "I Give You Power"

The song, released just one day before Donald Trump's inauguration, is a plea for politicians not to abuse their power. But even more so, the song acts as a reminder to its listeners that they do have power.

3. Marvin Gaye — "What's Going On"

Gaye wrote the song after his brother's return from Vietnam, noticing that his brother had changed. "He put himself in his brother's shoes and wrote a song that stands among the most tuneful works of consciousness-raising in American music. "

4. Neil Young — "Southern Man"

Young wrote this song as a direct criticism of the racism in the south. Among the lyrics Young references the Klu Klux Klan and slavery.

5. Sex Pistols — "God Save The Queen"

"God Save The Queen" was intended to solicit sympathy for Britain's working class and invoke resentment regarding the monarchy. As a result, the song was banned from the BBC.

6. Green Day — "Holiday"

This Green Day hit was a dig at the government and society during the Iraqi War. "The song expresses resentment with the corporate greed and corruption involved in the "rebuilding" effort, and shows how the average protester realizes that the pro-war money involved has more power than they can ever have."

7. U2 — "Sunday Bloody Sunday"

"Sunday Bloody Sunday", one of U2's most famous songs, recalls one of the deadliest days in the conflict between Northern Ireland and England. You can hear the anguish in Bono's voice as he exclaims "How long? How long must we sing this song?"

8. Bruce Springsteen — "Born in the U.S.A."

While often misinterpreted, even by Ronald Reagan who used the hit as the anthem for his 1985 campaign, the song is actually criticizing the country's treatment of Vietnam veterans.

9. Rage Against The Machine — "Killing in the Name"

"Killing In The Name" was written at a pivotal moment in American history; the beating of Rodney King by four LAPD officers.

10. Prince — "1999"

This iconic track was a protest against nuclear proliferation looming over the United States.