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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)

Our Day Will ComeRuby & the Romantics

RUBY AND THE ROMANTICS – OUR DAY WILL COME
Our Day Will ComeRuby & the Romantics

It was a U.S.

number one in 1963.

The Ruby & The Romantics were a four-member group centered around female vocalist Ruby Nash.

It’s included on the Carpenters’ “Now & Then.” I feel Karen and Ruby Nash have similarly calm, glossy vocals.

The Carpenters’ hit “Hurting Each Other” is also a cover of Ruby & The Romantics.

Blue VelvetBobby Vinton

A single by Bobby Vinton released in 1963.

It reached number one in the United States, Canada, and New Zealand, becoming a worldwide hit.

In 1986, a film inspired by the song was produced.

In 1990, it was used in a UK TV commercial and became a revival hit, reaching number two on the UK Singles Chart.

[Nostalgic Collection] Oldies Masterpieces: Recommended Popular Songs (101–110)

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.

LollipopChordettes

The Chordettes are a four-woman chorus group said to have their roots in folk music.

As with their other signature song, “Mr.

Sandman,” a highlight is the opening where the four members sing in turn.

This song was used in the film Stand by Me, playing during the scene where the four protagonists dance and make the popping sound by pulling their fingers from their mouths.

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.