The Great Pretender – The Platters
Introduction Released in 1955, “The Great Pretender” by The Platters wasn’t just a chart-topping hit,...
The Lady Loves Me – Elvis Presley and Ann Margret
Introduction Though often credited solely to Elvis, “The Lady Loves Me” is a captivating duet...
Sugar, Sugar – The Archies
Introduction Few pop songs are as infectious or instantly recognizable as “Sugar, Sugar” by The...
Please Mr. Postman – The Marvelettes
Introduction In 1961, a teenage plea echoed through the streets of Detroit, destined to become...
Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On – Jerry Lee Lewis
Introduction Born from a Mississippi juke joint and igniting a firestorm of controversy, Jerry Lee...
Lipstick On Your Collar – Connie Francis
Introduction Connie Francis’s 1959 hit, “Lipstick on Your Collar,” is more than just a catchy...
Rock Around The Clock – Bill Haley & His Comets
Introduction “Rock Around the Clock,” belted out by Bill Haley & His Comets in 1954,...
I’ll Never Find Another You – The Seekers
Introduction “I’ll Never Find Another You,” the song that etched The Seekers onto the international...
Cliff Richard – The Young Ones
Introduction Released in 1962, Cliff Richard’s “The Young Ones” wasn’t just a catchy pop tune;...
Blueberry Hill – Fats Domino
Introduction “Blueberry Hill,” though synonymous with the rock and roll legend Fats Domino, harbors a...