’70s Rock Icons Still One of the Biggest Acts in the World More Than 50 Years Later ...Saudi Arabia

More than five decades after they first formed, AC/DC’smusic is still competing on a global scale with today’s biggest artists.

The Australian rock icons are among a small group of classic, non-contemporary acts to appear on Billboard’s Global Top 200 Songs of 2025, thanks to the continued popularity of their 1990 hit “Thunderstruck.” The song landed at No. 183, placing AC/DC alongside a short list of legacy artists whose music continues to resonate worldwide in the streaming era.

That list includes enduring classics such as Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’,” Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams,” Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean,” and Toto's "Africa." In a chart dominated by modern releases, AC/DC’s presence stands out as a testament to the band’s lasting cultural reach.

The song also appears on Billboard's Rock Digital Song Sales chart at No. 9 and on the Hard Rock Digital Song Sales chart at No. 3 behind only Disturbed's "The Sound of Silence" at No. 1 and Ozzy Osbourne's "Mama, I'm Coming Home" at No. 2.

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Released more than 30 years ago, “Thunderstruck” has long transcended its original album, The Razors Edge. The song has become a staple at sporting events, a fixture in movies and commercials, and a cross-generational anthem that continues to introduce new listeners to the band’s sound.

AC/DC’s enduring popularity is also reflected in their continued success as a live act. The band recently wrapped up the Australian leg of its Power Up Tour and is set to resume touring internationally in early 2026, followed by a massive North American stadium run later in the year.

AC/DC 2026 Tour Dates

Feb. 24, 2026 – São Paulo, Brazil – MorumBisMar. 11, 2026 – Santiago, Chile – Parque Estadio NacionalMar. 15, 2026 – Santiago, Chile – Parque Estadio NacionalApr. 7, 2026 – Mexico City, Mexico – Estadio GNP SegurosApr. 11, 2026 – Mexico City, Mexico – Estadio GNP SegurosApr. 15, 2026 – Mexico City, Mexico – Estadio GNP Seguros

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Formed in 1973 by brothers Angus and Malcolm Young, AC/DC are among the most successful rock bands of all time, having sold more than 200 million albums worldwide. Their 1980 album Back in Black remains one of the best-selling albums in history, and the band has earned multiple No. 1 albums, a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, and a Grammy Award over the course of their career.

Decades after their rise to fame, AC/DC’s continued global presence—both on the charts and on the road—underscores a rare level of longevity. “Thunderstruck’s” ongoing popularity in 2025 is just the latest reminder that some rock anthems, and the bands behind them, never truly fade.

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