[A Collection of Classics] Nostalgic 70s Western Hit Songs
The scene opened up widely in the ’60s, and in the ’70s many rock bands flourished—Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, the Sex Pistols, the Beatles…
However, in the latter part of the decade, an explosive disco boom arrived.
From among the many classic songs that lit up the Western music charts of the 1970s—including rock bands releasing disco-style tracks—I’ve selected some nostalgic hit tunes.
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A Collection of Classic Albums: Nostalgic Western Hits of the ’70s (’71–’80)
If You Don’t Know Me by NowHarold Melvin & The Blue Notes
Set to a powerful bassline, this song stands as a pinnacle of 1970s soul, with a male vocalist pouring out a cry from the soul.
It’s a signature track by Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes, released in January 1972.
The singer’s aching voice expresses feelings for a long-time lover.
A classic penned by Gamble & Huff, it has been covered by many artists.
It’s also been used as background music in romantic films, making it perfect for moments when you want to feel a bond with someone special.
It’s truly a soulful masterpiece that offers comfort to hearts weighed down by sorrow.
Pop MuzikM
The techno-pop-style sound, as if it predicted the music of the coming 1980s, is very striking.
It was a number that reached No.
1 on the U.S.
charts in 1979, but later there was talk that the hit song “Ghostbusters” was essentially a rehash of this track.
I Wanna Be Your LoverPrince
This is a hugely popular song Prince released early in his career in the 1970s.
Even now, his distinctive vocals still feel fresh and draw you in, don’t they? He had an explosive breakthrough in the 1980s with works like Purple Rain, but you can tell he was a remarkably talented artist even from this pre-breakthrough track.
The late Prince is known as a charismatic figure to countless musicians.
PersephoneWishbone Ash
It’s a classic song released in 1974 by the British rock band Wishbone Ash.
The twin lead guitars’ soulful, weeping phrases are electrifying.
The song’s development and captivating arrangement keep you engaged without any fussiness or pretension—simple yet never boring.
It’s a dramatic piece.
Even though it’s nearly seven minutes long, you won’t get tired of it.
Don’t Pull Your LoveHamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds
Also known in Japan by the title “Koi no Kakehiki” (Love’s Play), this is the signature song by Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds that became a huge hit in 1971.
The drum phrase that follows the horn section in the intro is so cool that many people probably listened to it over and over back then.
It’s an indispensable classic when discussing Western pop music—a quintessential track from the early 1970s.
Black SabbathBlack Sabbath
The title track from their debut album “Black Sabbath,” released on Friday the 13th in devilish fashion.
With just three chords, it crafts an overwhelmingly dark and heavy atmosphere, perfectly encapsulating who they are—a true classic.
It’s no exaggeration to say that metal began with this song.
Will You Dance?Janis Ian
A song by American singer-songwriter Janis Ian, released in 1977.
It is included on the album Miracle Row, which was also released that year.
In Japan, it was used as the theme song for the TV drama Kishibe no Album, and the album recorded sales of over one million copies.