T.rex - 20th Century Boy May 2026
: The song is the namesake for Naoki Urasawa’s famous manga series 20th Century Boys and inspired a character "Stand" in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure .
Released in March 1973, by T. Rex is widely regarded as one of the definitive anthems of the glam rock era . While it only reached #3 in the UK at the time, it has since achieved legendary status for its raw energy and iconic guitar work. Musical & Critical Breakdown T.Rex - 20th Century boy
: Most reviews highlight the song's "crunchy" and "majestical" guitar riff as its centerpiece. Critics from NME at the time of release called it the group's best since "Telegram Sam," noting its "thunder guitar" assault. : The song is the namesake for Naoki