Category: Chart Toppers

“Cheerleader” is a reggae influenced pop song that was recorded by Jamaican-American singer, OMEE. The positive lyrics within express admiration for a woman who acts in a very supportive and uplifting manner. Its immense popularity helped it top the charts in many countries around the world, including Belgium, Denmark, France, Brazil, Australia, Canada, and the U.K. (to name just a few). On this very day, August 10th 2015, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel…

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“When Doves Cry” is a unique and popular song that was recorded by the late American icon known as Prince. The lyrics within explore themes of love, pain, and conflict (mostly found in relationships). It’s particularly notable for Princes’ soulful vocals and his distinctive guitar riff. While topping the charts in Australia and Canada, Rolling Stone magazine ranked it on its list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All-Time”. On this very day, August 9th 1984, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If…

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The song “Magic” is a popular track (from the early 1980s) that was recorded by British-Australian singer, Olivia Newton-John. The lyrics within convey a sense of romantic enchantment (and the magical feelings associated with falling in love). Hands down my personal favorite of hers, in Canada, this hypnotic track spent two weeks at #1 (on the country’s Top Singles chart). On this very day, August 8th 1980, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free…

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“One of These Nights” is a classic song that was recorded by legendary American rock band, The Eagles. Written by Don Henley and Glenn Frey, the lyrics within reflect a sense of longing and desire (as the narrator expresses his yearning for romance). In my opinion, what really stands out on this track is its mesmerizing guitar solo presented by the great, Don Felder. On this very day, August 7th 1975, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen,…

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“Kiss and Say Goodbye” is a sad and soulful ballad that was recorded by American R&B group, The Manhattans. Alongside its smooth and heartfelt melody, the lyrics within acknowledge the end of a precarious relationship. The songs popularity resonated around the world, topping the charts in many countries, including the Netherlands, Belgium, and New Zealand. On this very day, August 6th 1976, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link.…

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“Poor Little Fool” is a classic rock and roll track that was recorded by American singer (and teen idol), Ricky Nelson. The lyrics within this song describe a player (of sorts) who ends up being challenged (and beaten) at his own game of deception. A major star of his era, Ricky Nelson recorded multiple Top 10 hits, and in 1987, he was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. What makes this single particularly interesting is the fact that it was the first ever song to top Billboard’s…

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“Jessie’s Girl” is a popular eighties song that was recorded by Australian-American musician, Rick Springfield. The lyrics within tell a story of deceit as the narrator expresses his inner feelings towards his best friend’s girlfriend. In regard to popular culture, this track was featured in movies such as “Boogie Nights”, “13 Going on 30”, and “Suicide Squad”. In 1982, this timeless classic won a Grammy Award for “Best Male Rock Vocal Performance”. On this very day, August 4th 1981, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100…

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“In the Year 2525” is a futuristic, dystopian track that was recorded by American folk-rock duo, Zager and Evans. The lyrics within imagine how life on earth might become, many centuries into the future. It’s particularly characterized by its commentary on technological advancement and the potential consequences. It suggests that technology will surpass human control, as we become more automated, and detached from nature (and emotion), as machines take over more aspects of life. On this very day, August 3rd 1969, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s…

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The song “Genie in a Bottle” is a sexy R&B track that was recorded by American pop singer, Christina Aguilera. The lyrics within revolve around the narrator’s emotional desires mixed with a heavy dose of sexual foreplay. In the year 2000, this song kicked off a new millennium by garnering a Grammy nomination for “Best Female Pop Vocal Performance”. On this very day, August 2nd 1999, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use…

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“Every Time You Go Away” is a powerful retro ballad that was written by Daryl Hall, and originally recorded by Hall & Oates (in 1980). However, it was Paul Young’s version of the song that helped it garnish massive popularity. On July 13th 1985, Paul Young performed this song at the benefit concert, “Live Aid”, held at Wembley Stadium in London, England. One year later (at the 1986 Brit Awards), he won the award for “British Video of the Year”. On this very day, August 1st 1985, it was the…

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Today’s track is a popular urban tune that was recorded by American singer and rapper, Lizzo. At the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards show, it was nominated for “Song of the Year”, “Best Pop Video”, and “Song of the Summer”. It also won an award for “Record of the Year” at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards (in 2023). On this very day, July 31st 2022, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free to use the provided link. From the album, “Special”, here’s LIZZO, with “ABOUT…

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Today’s track is a popular disco song that was recorded by British-Australian singer, Andy Gibb. The lyrics within seem to suggest that the narrator is infatuated by a particular love interest (and dreams of making her his own). Gibb’s brothers, Barry, Morris and Robin (of the Bee Gees) collaborated with Andy to write the song, which ultimately became a platinum recording. On this very day, July 30th 1978, it was the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have a listen, please feel free…

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Today’s song choice is a classic rock & roll track that was recorded by the American surf-rock duo, Jan and Dean. Co-written by Brian Wilson (of the Beach Boys), the lyrics within describe the excitement of heading to a place where the surf is up (and the action is lively). In 2001, Huntington Beach, California was officially nick-named “Surf City”, and as of 2024, there’s more than 90 businesses in the city that include the song’s title as part of their name. On this very day, July 28th 1963, it…

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Today’s track is a sexy dance song that was recorded by American pop singer, Katy Perry. The provocative lyrics within describe a woman’s experience after kissing another girl (and feeling a surprising arousal from the encounter). Although the song received criticism from some members of the LGBT community, it went on to top the charts in multiple countries, including Denmark, Germany, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and the U.K. On this very day, July 27th 2008, it was also the #1 song in America, topping Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. If you’d like to have…

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Today’s track is a classic rock anthem recorded by the legendary, Rolling Stones. The song’s distinctive sound (played by Keith Richards) is one of the most famous guitar riffs in rock history. The lyrics within express a rebellious frustration in various aspects of life, including sexual frustration and commercialism. Considered as one of the world’s most popular songs ever, in 1998 it was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and in 2021, Rolling Stone magazine ranked it on its list of the “500 Greatest Songs of All-Time”. On this…

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