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“Louie Louie”: Why Is This Song So Awesome?
"Louie Louie" is one of the great anthems of rock. But the back story is even crazier than its (unintelligible) lyrics.
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The One-Hit Wonder File: “Rock On”
While name-checking 50s icons, the 1973 David Essex hit, "Rock On," managed to capture a certain 70s "glam" feel.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye”
It was a leftover doo-wop tune that got a last-minute facelift for 1969. But the success of this track had some sad backlash.
Two-Man Bands, One-Hit Wonders
There are duos (like Hall and Oates) who had many, many hits. Then there are those duos who only had one big hit together.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Magnet and Steel”
A whole host of songs reflect unrequited love. One of the best is Walter Egan's 70s hit about Stevie Nicks, "Magnet and Steel."