UB40 Had No Idea Their Signature 1983 Hit Was Written By Neil Diamond
Neil Diamond's version was a flop, but early rocksteady artists covered this song. That's where UB40 heard it, and their 1983 version was a huge hit.
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The 5 Best '70s Love Songs For The Dance Floor
The music of the 1970s was basically an ode to dancing and romantic love, with songs by acts like Al Green and Stevie Wonder being great for the dance floor.
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This 1971 Ballad Became The Bee Gees' First US No. 1 Hit 55 Years Ago Today
The Bee Gees were everywhere in the '70s, but it all started with their 1971 hit "How Can You Mend a Broken Heart," which peaked at No. 1 55 years ago.
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In the decade since David Bowie died of liver cancer, his star may have dimmed, which is a shame since he is required listening for younger generations.
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The No. 1 Song On August 7, 1983 Sounds Even More Head-Turning Today
Not all of the best hits from the '80s have aged well, and this summertime smash from 1983 has lyrics that today's listeners will not mistake as being romantic.
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No Surprise: The Best-Selling Album Of All Time In Pure Sales Is An '80s Classic
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The Rolling Stones' Longest-Charting Single Debuted In 1981 – But It Never Went To No. 1
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The No. 1 Song On August 6, 1982 Sounds Even More Fiery Today
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The No. 1 Song On August 2, 1978 Sounds Even More Sultry Today
The Rolling Stones are some of the architects of rock 'n' roll, but they dipped their toes into disco to create this sultry song that hit No. 1 in August 1978.
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