Category: The Seventies
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Bee Gees – Stayin’ Alive
Stayin’ Alive is a disco song by the Bee Gees, written and performed by Barry Gibb, Robin Gibb, and Maurice Gibb. It was released in 1977 as part of the soundtrack for the film “Saturday Night Fever.” The song’s infectious beat, memorable melody, and distinctive falsetto vocals contributed to its massive success. Stayin’ Alive became…
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George Harrison – My Sweet Lord
My Sweet Lord is a song by George Harrison and notably the first number-one single by an ex-Beatle. It became an instant hit in both the USA and the UK. The song is quite literally a celebration of the Hindu god Krishna and exudes George’s classic style and grace. My Sweet Lord beautifully blends Harrison’s spiritual…
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Elton John – Rocket Man
Rocket Man (I Think It’s Going to Be a Long, Long Time) is a song by the legendary British musician Elton John. It was released in 1972 as a single from his album Honky Château. The song was written by Elton John’s longtime collaborator, Bernie Taupin, who provided the lyrics. Rocket Man (I Think It’s…
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Janis Joplin – Get It While You Can
This performance of Get It While You Can, Janis left nothing behind. With every word and every movement, she always gave her all. But that is what her life was all about. Living loud and proud, she showed her small town and small minds what could be if you just took a chance of living…
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Leon Russell – A Song For You
With over 60 years in the music industry, Leon Russell contributed to over 400 albums. Years spent alone and with bands, his music lives on for future folks to love and enjoy. A Song For You is one of the most endearing ballads ever written. Simply put, to know Leon Russell’s music is to love it. Leon…
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The Doobie Brothers – Long Train Runnin’
Long Train Runnin‘ is a song by The Doobie Brothers. It was released as a single in 1973 and later included on their album The Captain and Me. The song is known for its energetic and catchy guitar riff, and it became one of The Doobie Brothers’ signature tracks. Train Runnin‘ was written by Tom…
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John Lennon – Imagine
Imagine is a song by John Lennon from his 1971 album of the same name. The best-selling single of his solo career, the lyrics inspire listeners to imagine a world of peace, without greed, without boundaries separating homelands and without religious convictions. John Lennon Imagine Lyrics Imagine there’s no heavenIt’s easy if you tryNo hell below usAbove us,…