[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 70s Western Hit Songs (101–110)
That’s the Way of the WorldEarth, Wind & Fire
Earth, Wind & Fire were a band that commanded overwhelming support on the 1970s funk music scene.
Unlike the funk music that had come before, they gained popularity with a distinctive sound that mixed various genres such as R&B, soul, and jazz.
This work was released in March 1975 as the title track of the album “That’s the Way of the World,” and it became a huge hit, ranking high on the Billboard charts.
Its lyrics, which express the importance of striving for the heights of love and life, resonated with many people and continue to be cherished across generations.
With a sound that is both funky and smooth, it’s likely a tune that sticks in many listeners’ ears.
I Want You BackThe Jackson 5
This is a signature song by the Jackson 5, released in January 1970 and which reached number one on the U.S.
charts.
The lead vocal is, of course, Michael Jackson, who was 11 years old at the time.
In April of the same year, the Jackson 5 also produced another big hit, ABC.
I Can See Clearly NowJohnnyNash
This is “I Can See Clearly Now” by Jimmy Cliff, a reggae singer from Jamaica.
It’s famous as the theme song for the bobsleigh film Cool Runnings, but it was originally included on an album by Johnny Nash, who helped bring reggae music to the world.
The song gradually caught on from the late 1960s and became a huge hit.
It’s a refreshing track that brightens the heart.
Bridge over Troubled WaterSimon&Garfunkel
A song released in 1970 by the American folk rock duo Simon & Garfunkel.
It was their biggest hit, spending six consecutive weeks at number one on the US Billboard singles chart and topping the year-end chart, and it won four Grammy Awards.
Please Mr PostmanCarpenters
The Carpenters released numerous hit songs in the 1970s.
This song also reached number one on the U.S.
charts in 1975.
What drew attention at the time was the footage in this music video.
It was a few years before Tokyo Disneyland opened, so Japanese fans watched with great interest to see what Disneyland in America was like.
[All-Time Classics] Nostalgic Western Hit Songs of the ’70s (111–120)
Play That Funky MusicWild Cherry
This is also a disco number by a band.
In the fall of 1976, it hit number one on the U.S.
charts for three consecutive weeks.
Their funkiness—hard to believe they were an all-white band—won them fans around the world.
Although their active period was short, they left a powerful impact.
Fly Robin FlySilver Convention
Silver Convention, the German Eurodisco group that brought an innovative breeze to the disco sound emblematic of the ’70s.
Formed in Munich in 1974, they unleashed a stunning track distinguished by boldly minimalist lyrics—comprised of just six words—and a beautiful melodic line woven by striking unison strings.
Included on the album “Save Me,” the song, released in September 1975, spent three consecutive weeks at No.
1 on the Billboard charts.
In 1976, it won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Instrumental Performance.
Its brilliantly resonant sound on the dance floor remains a staple for energizing party scenes and continues to shine to this day.