(Where Do I Begin?) Love Story
Andy WilliamsReported release: 1971Date needs verification
Source year-end #72The theme song from the film "Love Story," Williams' version became a hit on adult contemporary charts.
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Reported release: 1971Date needs verification
Source year-end #72The theme song from the film "Love Story," Williams' version became a hit on adult contemporary charts.
View background statusFollowing the success of "Signs," this song became another hit for the Canadian band.
View background statusThis soulful track was Withers' breakthrough hit and has since become a classic.
View background statusReported release: 1970Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #80Collins' a cappella version of this traditional hymn became a surprise hit in 1971.
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Source year-end #28This novelty country song about a Cajun alligator hunter became a crossover hit in 1971.
View background statusMcCartney's first solo single after The Beatles' breakup became a hit worldwide.
View background statusHarrison's charity single raised awareness for the refugee crisis in East Pakistan (now Bangladesh).
View background statusChicago formed in its namesake city in 1967 with the aim of combining a rock rhythm section and a prominent horn section. The musicians brought backgrounds in jazz, R&B and other styles to that approach. Their first...
View background statusThis cover of Bob Dylan's classic became a hit for the British pop group.
View background statusThis rumba catalana song became a hit in several European countries.
View background statusReported release: 1971Date needs verification
Source year-end #52Franklin's soulful cover of Simon & Garfunkel's hit won her a Grammy for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance.
View background statusReported release: 1970 / 1971Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #65This anti-war song became a hit for Payne, addressing the ongoing Vietnam War.
View background statusThe lead single from the album "Sticky Fingers," this rock classic features controversial lyrics and a memorable guitar riff.
View background statusThis French song became an international hit, particularly popular in Germany and Switzerland.
View background statusThis rock song by the all-female band Fanny gained attention for its energetic style.
View background statusReported release: 1971Date needs verification
Source year-end #34This novelty song became a surprise hit, reaching the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Source year-end #71A cover of Lally Stott's original, this version became a hit in several countries.
View background statusThis glam rock song was one of The Sweet's early hits in the UK.
View background statusChicago formed in its namesake city in 1967 with the aim of combining a rock rhythm section and a prominent horn section. The musicians brought backgrounds in jazz, R&B and other styles to that approach. Their first...
View background statusThis blues-rock song became Michaels' biggest hit, reaching the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100.
View background statusReported release: 1971Date needs verification
Source year-end #53Another hit from the TV show's music group, featuring David Cassidy on lead vocals.
View background statusWilson Pickett brought a gospel-trained, forceful voice into 1960s soul. After singing in the Violinaires and the Falcons in Detroit, he developed an Atlantic solo career through sessions at Stax in Memphis and at...
View background statusReported release: 1971Date needs verification
Source year-end #42This pop-rock song was the trio's breakthrough hit, reaching the top five on the Billboard Hot 100.
View background statusThis psychedelic pop song was James' biggest hit as a solo artist after leaving the Shondells.
View background statusFreddie Hart developed as both a country singer and a songwriter, with early encouragement from Wayne Raney and Lefty Frizzell. Other artists recorded his material before Easy Loving brought him a much larger...
View background statusThis song about the angst of turning 18 became Alice Cooper's breakthrough hit.
View background statusThis Latin rock song further showcased Santana's unique fusion of styles.
View background statusThis funk song, with its distinctive electric piano sound, became the band's last number-one hit.
View background statusThis romantic ballad, originally from the film "Lovers and Other Strangers," became a hit for The Carpenters in 1971.
View background statusThis hard rock song gained popularity in 1971 and has since become a classic rock staple.
View background statusReported release: 1970Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #75This funk song from the Bahamas became an international hit in 1971.
View background statusThis jazz-rock instrumental showcased the trumpet-led band's unique sound.
View background statusThis cover of The Rolling Stones' song became a hit for Grand Funk Railroad.
View background statusA cover of Steve Lawrence's 1962 hit, this song launched Donny Osmond's solo career.
View background statusFrom Prine's debut album, this folk song showcased his storytelling abilities and humor.
View background statusReported release: 1970Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #77This funk and soul track became a hit in early 1971, establishing Floyd as a notable figure in New Orleans R&B.
View background statusThis story-song became Cher's first solo number-one hit in the U.S.
View background statusThis blues-rock song became the only major hit for the band Sweathog.
View background statusThis soulful ballad, with its spoken-word verses, became one of The Chi-Lites' biggest hits.
View background statusReported release: 1971Date needs verification
Source year-end #37This country crossover hit, written by Kris Kristofferson, won a Grammy for Best Country Female Vocal Performance.
View background statusReported release: 1971Date needs verification
Source year-end #83This melancholic pop song became one of The Fortunes' biggest hits in the U.S.
View background statusHavens' soulful cover of The Beatles' song gained popularity, showcasing his distinctive guitar style and vocals.
View background statusFeatures yodeling and other vocal effects Known for its unique blend of hard rock and experimental sounds
View background statusThis ballad marked the Bee Gees' first U.S. number-one hit and showcased their evolving sound.
View background statusThis introspective ballad became one of Diamond's most personal and enduring hits.
View background statusThis soul ballad helped establish Hot Chocolate as a notable act in the UK.
View background statusReported release: 1971Date needs verification
Source year-end #50Reddy's version of this song from the musical "Jesus Christ Superstar" became a hit in the U.S.
View background statusReported release: 1970Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Elliman's original version from "Jesus Christ Superstar" gained popularity alongside Helen Reddy's cover.
View background statusThis soul ballad became one of the group's biggest hits of the early 1970s.
View background statusAnother hit from King's "Tapestry" album, this upbeat song showcases her piano skills and powerful vocals.
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