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Reported release: 1967 / 1968Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #49The song's message of unity reflected the idealism of the 1960s.
View background statusThis song became Simon & Garfunkel's biggest hit and won several Grammy Awards.
View background statusThis optimistic soul song became The Five Stairsteps' biggest hit and has been widely covered.
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 statusWritten by Carole King, Taylor's version of this song became a number-one hit and won a Grammy.
View background statusThe simple pleasures of a weekend
View background statusEncouragement to stay strong in difficult times
View background statusNash's optimistic outlook after eye surgery
View background statusWithers' childhood experiences in a close-knit community
View background statusOptimism and perseverance in difficult times
View background statusChristine McVie's optimism following her divorce from John McVie
View background statusThe song was inspired by Gaynor's own experiences of perseverance and overcoming hardship.
View background statusReported release: 1978Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #6Overcoming personal hardships and breakups
View background statusA funkier cover of Bill Withers' 1972 hit about friendship and support
View background statusReported release: 1993Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #66A reggae cover of Johnny Nash's 1972 hit, used in the film "Cool Runnings."
View background status1960-2025. Each year contains 150 selections.