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In the late summer of 1962, a New Jersey quartet called the Four Seasons whipped up a lively, chart-topping tune that preceded a string of '60s hits for them.
Read MoreIn the early '80s, these songs that heavily utilized synthesizers climbed the charts and became wildly popular for their fun sounds and catchy tunes.
Read MoreThese tracks made a splash in the U.S., but also resonated with music fans in Japan, where they proved equally – if not even more – popular.
Read MoreBobby Vee was a regular fixture on the charts during the '60s, but it took a Carole King song about a stolen partner for him to reach the top spot in 1961.
Read MoreThis Mariah Carey song held the Billboard Hot 100 top spot for 8 weeks in 1993. The track, based on a fantasy, was built on a sample from the Emotions.
Read MoreIn 1967, folk rock hits by the Mamas and the Papas, Buffalo Springfield, the Cowsills, Scott McKenzie, and Bobbie Genry took over the airwaves.
Read MoreWilson Phillips were known for their harmonies and their pop sensibilities, and they had their second No. 1 hit 36 years ago with this smash song.
Read MoreWhile you've likely heard of the timeless love songs on this list, they found even more success on the charts of countries other than the United States.
Read MoreThe summer of 1960 was ruled by lovestruck ballads from Roy Orbison, the Everly Brothers, and Connie Francis; novelty songs; and, of course, Elvis Presley.
Read MoreBy the end of the '80s, Gloria Estefan had found success on the Hot 100 and Latin charts, but with this song of enduring love and devotion, she topped both.
Read MoreThese rock stars were seemingly untouchable legends in the 1960s. However, they have all since tarnished their own image with their own mistakes.
Read MoreBefore the cost caught up to them, these albums had some pretty wild packaging gimmicks. Unfortunately, none of these designs could realistically last.
Read MoreThe summer of 1961 saw a varied mix of top song genres, ranging from ballads to R&B to folk, with songs by artists like Pat Boone, Dee Clark, and Bobby Lewis.
Read MoreMany movie soundtracks have come and gone, but the ones from 1978 have really stood the test of time as the decade's best year for movie soundtracks.
Read MoreIt's safe to say that '80s bands such as R.E.M. and Talking Heads could rake it in with a reunion, but these former frontmen have given a hard no to joining in.
Read MoreClassic rock albums from the Monkees, Fleetwood Mac, the Beatles, and Pink Floyd spent the longest time at No. 1 in rock history. Here are their record numbers.
Read MoreIn the early 1930s, Saratoga, Texas, produced an influential legend who holds the record for the most songs on the U.S. country music chart, and deservedly so.
Read MoreThe No. 1 song on September 12, 1986, was a love ballad written for the movie "Top Gun." Performed by the band Berlin, the song sounds even more amorous today.
Read MoreWritten for a coming-of-age film yet inspired by a real-life hero, this 1985 chart-topper is a motivational spirit-lifter packaged in thumping '80s vibes.
Read MoreIf Christopher Walken's music producer "SNL" character still wants more cowbell than "(Don’t Fear) the Reaper" has, he can find it in these classic rock songs.
Read MoreInspired by a serial killer and rewritten for the film "Flashdance," this energetic late-summer of 1983 hit will evoke memories of neon legwarmers and gym gear.
Read MoreDone messed up and trying to find the words to say sorry? This late-summer hit from 1982 by a newly revitalized band offers both comfort and inspiration.
Read MoreClassic rock artists like the Beatles, Three Dog Night, Joan Jett, and these others had No. 1 songs for some of the longest streaks in rock history.
Read MorePowered by an extremely funky and confident bass line and guitar riff, this 1978 Billboard smash will still get people dancing today.
Read MoreIn the fall of 1977, hits like "You Light Up My Life," "Boogie Nights," "Keep It Comin' Love," and "Strawberry Letter 23" dominated the airwaves.
Read MoreIn the 1960s, a songwriter lauded by Bob Dylan and an influence on Cat Stevens created some incredible and frequently covered songs, yet faded into obscurity.
Read MoreThe summer of 1964 was one of the most fertile in music history, with hits from the Beatles and the Beach Boys to the Supremes, Dean Martin, and more.
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