“Tell Me a Lie” (Sami Jo/Janie Fricke)
There are a lot of songs that break into the top 40 but don’t make it past the midway point. Some of these songs are better than they performed and have lasting appeal. Others just kind of fade from our…
Classic Song of the Day
Classic rock, pop, and soul songs from the '60s, '70s, and '80s
Classic Song of the Day
Classic rock, pop, and soul songs from the '60s, '70s, and '80s
Michael Miller
Michael Miller is a popular and prolific writer. He has authored more than 200 nonfiction books that have collectively sold more than 2 million copies worldwide. His bestselling book is Music Theory Note-by-Note (formerly The Complete Idiot's Guide to Music Theory) for DK.
“She’s Just My Style” (Gary Lewis & the Playboys)
Today’s classic song of the day is “She’s Just My Style” by Gary Lewis & the Playboys. Released in November of 1965, this single went all the way to #3 on the Billboard Hot 100. “She’s Just My Style” was…
“One of a Kind (Love Affair)” (The Spinners)
Want a little Philly Soul? Then check out today’s classic song of the day, “One of a Kind (Love Affair)” by the Spinners. Released as a single in April of 1973, this one went to #11 on the Billboard Hot…
“Whispers (Gettin’ Louder)” (Jackie Wilson)
The man dubbed “Mr. Excitement” brings us today’s classic song of the day. The man is Jackie Wilson and the song is “Whispers (Gettin’ Louder).” Released as a single in August of 1966, this track peaked at #11 on the…
“Ventura Highway” (America)
The group America brings us today’s classic song of the day, “Ventura Highway.” It was released as a single in September of 1972 and went to #8 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Cash Box Top 100, and #3…
“Everyday People” (Sly and the Family Stone)
“Everyday People” was the first single by Sly and the Family Stone to hit #1 on the charts and it’s today’s classic song of the day. Released in November of 1968, “Everyday People” grabbed the top position on both the…