Top Western Music Rankings Popular with People in Their 60s (By Generation)

My Sweet LordGeorge Harrison85rank/position

George Harrison – My Sweet Lord

It was George Harrison’s first single as a solo artist and became his biggest hit.

It was inspired by a Hindu mantra he was studying.

The track was recorded at Abbey Road Studios using the same system as The Beatles.

Got To Give It UpMarvin Gaye86rank/position

Got To Give It Up

A song produced by Marvin Gaye and engineer-producer Art Stewart.

Released in 1977, it charted on the U.

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pop, R&B, and dance singles charts.

On this track, Marvin handles both lead and background vocals and also plays keyboards.

My SharonaThe Knack87rank/position

The Knack – My Sharona

This song, known as the signature track of the American rock band The Knack, was released in January 1979 and became a massive hit, topping the Billboard Hot 100 for six consecutive weeks.

It conveys lead singer Doug Fieger’s passionate feelings for a woman he actually fell in love with, and its youthful, ardent lyrics leave a strong impression.

With its catchy melody and rhythmic guitar riffs, it captured the hearts of many.

In 1994, it was featured on the soundtrack of the film Reality Bites, bringing it back into the spotlight.

It’s a recommended track for those who want to relive their youth or enjoy a classic of power pop.

If I Can’t Have YouYvonne Elliman88rank/position

Yvonne Elliman If I can’t have you 1977 16:9

A 1978 hit by Yvonne Elliman, a Hawaii-born singer of Japanese Asian American heritage.

The song was featured on the soundtrack of the film Saturday Night Fever.

She also reportedly did backing vocals with the Eric Clapton Band.

Please perform this emotional number by this highly skilled artist with plenty of passion!

Got to Be RealCheryl Lynn89rank/position

Cheryl Lynn – Got To Be Real (Official Audio)

Cheryl Lynn’s debut single blends passionate vocals with a funky beat.

Released in August 1978 by the American singer, the track became a massive hit, reaching No.

1 on the R&B chart.

Its message about the importance of staying true to yourself still resonates with many people today.

Known as a disco classic, it was inducted into the Dance Music Hall of Fame in 2005.

Why not surrender to its smooth groove and let it bring back memories of your youthful days?

House of the Rising SunThe Animals90rank/position

Animals – House of the Rising Sun

The Japanese title is “Asahi no Ataru Ie” (“The House of the Rising Sun”).

The Animals released it in 1964 and it became a huge hit.

It’s a traditional American folk song with an unknown author.

Many artists, including Bob Dylan, have covered it, but the Animals’ version is the most famous.

Give it your all with Eric Burdon–style passionate vocals!

Then He Kissed MeThe Crystals91rank/position

Then He Kissed Me – The Crystals

A song written by Jeff Barry and Ellie Greenwich.

It was produced by Phil Spector.

It was The Crystals’ last hit to reach the Top 40 on the U.

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charts.

It was used in the 1987 film Adventures in Babysitting.