Recommended Western music for women in their 60s: world classics and popular songs

Heart Of GlassBlondie

Blondie – Heart Of Glass

A song written in early 1974, shortly after Debbie Harry and Chris Stein met, who later married.

It was inspired by a stalker who was pursuing Debbie.

The sound of the CR-78 drum machine draws inspiration from the groove of the Bee Gees’ song “Stayin’ Alive.”

Yesterday Once MoreCarpenters

Yesterday Once More

This piece by the Carpenters is a heartwarming song that evokes nostalgia for music of the past.

Karen’s clear, translucent vocals gently wrap around the feelings we have for the songs we used to hear.

Released in May 1973, it became a popular hit, reaching No.

2 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Included on the album Now & Then, it was specially created as an introduction leading into a medley of eight songs from the 1960s.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you’re looking back on fond memories or recalling days spent with someone special.

With its relaxed atmosphere, why not lend an ear to the touching lyrics and beautiful melody that resonate with the heart?

Maggie MayRod Stewart

Rod Stewart – Maggie May (from It Had To Be You)

A song by Rod Stewart that was conceived during his tour in the United States.

Its title comes from a song about a prostitute on Lime Street.

Featuring a distinctive mandolin sound, it became a hit in the United States, the United Kingdom, and around the world.

The Sound of SilenceSimon&Garfunkel

The Sound of Silence (Original Version from 1964)

At the time, it was called “an exciting new sound that carries on folk.” Inspired by Paul Simon’s lack of communication with those around him, the song took six months to write.

It features a simple melody and lyrics marked by youthful, alienated language.

Ooo Baby BabySmokey Robinson & The Miracles

Ooo Baby Baby

Released in 1965 by Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, this poignant song centers on themes of regret and making amends.

It conveys a heartfelt desire to acknowledge mistakes made toward a lover and to restore a lost relationship.

It reached high positions on the U.

S.

Billboard charts and resonated with many listeners.

The track also gained wide support through its inclusion on the soundtrack of the film Cooley High.

It’s a perfect pick when you’re feeling nostalgic or want to reflect on someone important to you.

Be My BabyThe Ronettes

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐬 – 𝐁𝐞 𝐌𝐲 𝐁𝐚𝐛𝐲 – 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 [𝐇𝐐]

The Ronettes were a female vocal group formed by sisters Veronica and Estelle Bennett and their cousin Nedra Talley.

This song was their first single, produced by Phil Spector and released on Philles Records.

Brian Wilson created an answer song to it called “Don’t Worry Baby.”

ImagineJohn Lennon

Imagine – John Lennon & The Plastic Ono Band (w The Flux Fiddlers) (Ultimate Mix 2018) – 4K REMASTER

A song with a strong political message and a beautiful melody.

John Lennon created it with the idea that delivering the message through a gentler approach would bring the song to more listeners.

It was re-released in the UK shortly after John’s death in 1980 and reached No.

1 on the charts.