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[Nostalgic Collection] Classic oldies masterpieces. Recommended popular songs

When you think of classic oldies, what songs come to mind?

For those who lived through that era, they’re all songs full of nostalgia.

These days, it seems that young people who didn’t grow up with oldies are being captivated by their classic vibe through various media like commercials and movies.

It’s true that the foundations of most genres—jazz, rock, blues, and more—were laid in that period.

And it’s interesting to see popular bands and singers revive those sounds by incorporating their essence.

This time, we researched some classic oldies hits!

We’ve carefully selected them, so please take a look!

[Nostalgic Collection] Classic Oldies Masterpieces: Recommended Popular Songs (91–100)

All Shook UpElvis Presley

Elvis Presley was an American musician and film actor.

He was a legendary superstar who left his mark on American history and is commonly known as the “King of Rock and Roll.” He is said to be the best-selling solo artist in world history.

“All Shook Up” was released in 1957; its Japanese title is “Koi ni Shibirete.” It reached number one in both the U.S.

and the U.K.

Short ShortsThe Royal Teens

It’s the hit single released in 1958 by the rock band The Royal Teens, which reached No.

3 in the United States.

The song is about short underwear, “short shorts,” which were popular in America at the time.

In Japan, it’s well known for being used as the opening theme of the variety show Tamori Club.

I’m SorryBrenda Lee

Released in 1960, this signature song by Brenda Lee—who was a regular on the U.S.

Billboard singles charts throughout the ’60s—became a major hit, reaching No.

1 in the U.S.

and No.

12 in the U.K.

With a powerful voice belying her petite frame, she was nicknamed “Little Miss Dynamite.”

If You Love MeBrenda Lee

Brenda Lee — Hymn to Love / If You Love Me (Really Love Me) (1966)
If You Love MeBrenda Lee

A poignant ballad released in 1961 by American singer Brenda Lee, it’s an English cover of French chanson singer Édith Piaf’s “Hymne à l’amour.” With a mature voice belying her 17 years, she movingly sings of deep love and devotion to her beloved, touching the hearts of many listeners.

Featured on the album “Emotions,” this song remains one of Brenda’s signature works, cherished without fading over time.

It’s a perfect track not only for those troubled by love, but also for moments when you want to reaffirm your feelings for someone special.

It Doesn’t Matter AnymoreBuddy Holly

The legendary musician Buddy Holly’s de facto posthumous release.

Reached No.

13 in the U.S.

and No.

1 in the U.K.

Although he flourished as a core member of The Crickets, he died in an accidental plane crash on February 3, 1959.

The two other musicians aboard also lost their lives, and the day came to be known as “the day the music died.”

Don’t Make Me OverDionne Warwick

It was the debut single of soul singer Dionne Warwick, released in 1962.

It became a hit, reaching No.

5 on the U.S.

R&B chart.

She is also known as Whitney Houston’s cousin and remained at the forefront of the music scene through the 1970s and 1980s.

The Duke Of EarlGene Chandler

A signature song by Gene Chandler, who scored a string of hits in the 1960s.

In 1957, he was a member of the vocal group The Dukays, but later pursued a solo career.

It reached No.

1 on the U.S.

charts.

He was famous for appearing on stage dressed like a magician, wearing a top hat, tailcoat, and cape, and carrying a cane.