Five of the best: rock and pop songs with epic choir tracks

There's nothing like a good choir to add that extra sparkle and uplifting quality to a rock and pop anthem.  Here's our pick of the best:

1.  You Can't Always Get What You Want - The Rolling Stones

A beautiful choral sequence starts this rock classic which then picks up pace, cleverly weaving the choir around its funky rhythm.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7S94ohyErSw&feature=kp

2.  Proud - Heather Small

A fantastic uplifting tune about aspirations, Proud was used for the 2012 London Olympic bid.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEoxGJ79PMs

3. Earth Song - Michael Jackson

A great call and response role for the choir with some dramatic vocals.  A rousing song with great chord sequences.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAi3VTSdTxU&feature=kp

4.  Like A Prayer - Madonna

With a choir precence from the start, you can't fail to join in and tap your toes to this funky gospel vibe.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79fzeNUqQbQ&feature=kp

5.  New York - Paloma Faith

A big dramatic number which is elevated with great effect towards the end with a full choir sound.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZF7CDBj1U0

What have we missed? Do you have any favourite rock and pop choir moments? We'd love to hear from you.