Diana Ross, also known as the Queen of Motown, is a powerhouse artist of Motown, soul and disco with a career spanning decades. Her beginning was far from humble, starting as the lead singer of The Supremes in the 1960s and remaining one of the best-selling girl groups of all time.
Her solo career has been just as impactful and iconic, generating hit after hit that still touch hearts decades later. Time has not withered Diana’s beautiful voice however, as she is still touring in 2025!
Keep reading to celebrate Diana Ross’ best songs in order, just in time for her Celebrating Timeless Classics tour. Plus, find out how you could snag VIP tickets if she brings her performances to the UK!
Register your interest in Diana Ross VIP ticketsDiana Ross’ Best Songs in Order
No. 10: “Turn Up The Sunshine”
The most recent addition to Diana Ross’ collection of bangers is this uplifting, sunny single featuring Tame Impala. Originally written for Diana’s 2022 album, Thank You, the song appears on the soundtrack for the Minions: Rise of Gru movie.
It’s bright and positive, perfect for a movie like Minions, and is sure to lift your spirits when you hear it. It harkens back to Diana’s funky, disco music of the 80s mixed with Kevin Parker of Tame Impala’s euphoric production.
No. 9: “Reach Out And Touch (Somebody’s Hand)”
“Reach Out And Touch (Somebody’s Hand)” is Diana Ross’ debut single as a solo artist, and it’s incredible to see how far she’s come since then. Released all the way back in 1970, marking Diana’s departure from The Supremes after a decade of serving as the group’s lead singer.
IUt has since become one of Diana’s most iconic and recognisable songs. When she performs the song in concert, she often gets the audience to “reach out and touch” each other's hands, which will surely be a fun and memorable thing to experience live.
Register your interest in Diana Ross VIP ticketsNo. 8: “Touch Me In The Morning”
This hit was Diana Ross’ second number one single, released on the Motown label on the album of the same name. It was a career turning point for Diana, solidifying her as a notable solo artist after her Oscar nomination for Best Actress in Lady Sings the Blues.
The track is sensual and pop-forward, telling the story of yearning for a relationship you know cannot go on. It was a hit with fans and positioned Diana as an actress and an artist that could tackle multiple genres.
No. 7: “Upside Down”
“Upside Down” is one of the many fantastic tracks written and produced by Chic members Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards. The song has become so iconic that many other artists have covered it, and Diana Ross herself has even performed the hit with Michael Jackson and Jamiroquai.
In the 1980s, Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards gave Diana Ross a makeover, transforming her into a disco star that would help her to stay relevant throughout another decade. We have the Chic members to thank for so much of Diana’s most amazing songs.
No. 6: “Chain Reaction”
“Chain Reaction” is a song everyone recognises immediately. It was originally written by the Bee Gees, and has R&B and dance-pop influences that mix Diana’s soulful voice with the disco music that was so popular in the 80s.
The song was particularly popular in the UK, being her second single to top the UK charts. According to Barry and Maurice Gibb of the Bee Gees, Diana liked the idea of creating a song with a Motown flair to harken back to her time with The Supremes, and the rest is history.
No. 5: “Theme From Mahogany”
This track was released as the theme to the film Mahogany, which Diana Ross starred in. Also known as “Do You Know Where You’re Going To,” the song has themes of evaluating your life journey and discovering what you really want, just like the film.
The song ended up doing even better than the film, evidence of how ubiquitous Diana Ross was as a singer at the time.
No. 4: “Love Hangover”
Yet another number one hit from Diana Ross, “Love Hangover” was one of the first singles that helped cement Diana as a disco diva. Released in 1976, this was the very beginning of the disco era and made Diana one of the forerunners of the genre.
Producer Hal Davis had strobe lights set up in the recording studio to help set the mood, allowing Diana to produce the vocals they needed for the track.
No. 3: “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”
“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” has appeared in adverts, sung by choirs, and heard on the radio countless times. It’s one of Diana Ross’ most recognisable songs, and for good reason. Originally recorded by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, Diana made it a hit again in 1970.
The song has a beautiful, soulful energy with backing singers giving it a gospel element along with iconic spoken word passages. Deservedly, Diana Ross received a Grammy nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance for the song and it remains a classic from her Motown era.
No. 2: “Endless Love”
You can’t get a more iconic duo than Diana Ross and Lionel Richie for Billboard’s greatest song duet of all time. “Endless Love” is a ballad that became the biggest-selling single of Diana’s career and was even nominated for an Oscar for Lionel Richie.
It didn’t even matter that Endless Love the movie, which the song was written for, didn’t do so well at the box office, as the song stayed at number one on the charts for nine weeks. To solidify it as a truly iconic hit, massive artists like Shania Twain, Mariah Carey and Luther Vandross have covered the song.
No. 1: “I’m Coming Out”
“I’m Coming Out” remains an anthem for the LGBT+ community, heard in nightclubs across the world ever since its release in 1980. Another disco classic written by Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards, the song was reportedly even inspired by drag queens dressed as Diana Ross at a New York club.
The song also had another meaning for Diana herself, as she was “coming out” from the Motown label and forging her own path in her solo career. It is an uplifting song with a timeless message of liberation and acceptance, and for that it has to be Diana Ross’ best song.
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Experience the magic of Diana Ross’ soulful voice live with VIP tickets from Seat Unique. If Diana takes her 2025 tour to the UK, you’ll definitely want to be there in style with some of these amazing perks:
- Premium amenities: You can access dedicated VIP areas or lounges with luxury facilities and stylish decor.
- Exclusive entry points: You will enter the venue through VIP entrances or priority access lanes, allowing you to bypass long queues and enter the event more quickly.
- Food and beverages: Hospitality packages can often include food and drink options.
- Premium viewing areas: Access to prime viewing areas such as VIP sections near the stage or elevated platforms offering a clear line of sight.
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