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The World Music Charts

The World Music Charts (www.TheWorldMusicCharts.com)

The World Music Charts explores one iconic #1 hit each month, focusing on the biggest chart-topping singles from the '60s, '70s, '80s, and '90s. This music history podcast dives into the story behind the song, its rise to the top, and its cultural impact, offering trivia, artist journeys, and the global influence of the world's most legendary hits. Visit the website www.TheWorldMusicCharts.com for additional information.

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September 1 · 15 min
#1 Singles in the 1960s: "Good Vibrations"
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Good Vibrations" by The Beach Boys
August 1 · 10 min
#1 Singles in the 1990s: "Breakfast at Tiffany's"
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Breakfast at Tiffany's" by Deep Blue Something
July 1 · 12 min
#1 Singles in the 1980s: "West End Girls"
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "West End Girls" by Pet Shop Boys
June 1 · 10 min
#1 Singles in the 1970s: "Don't Go Breaking My Heart"
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" by Elton John and Kiki Dee
May 1 · 15 min
#1 Singles in the 1960s: "Paint It Black"
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Paint It Black" by The Rolling Stones.
April 1 · 10 min
#1 Singles in the 1990s: "Wannabe" by Spice Girls
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Wannabe" by Spice Girls.
March 1 · 9 min
#1 Singles in the 1980s: "Rock Me Amadeus"
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Rock Me Amadeus" by Falco
February 1 · 11 min
#1 Singles in the 1970s: "Convoy"
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Convoy" by C.W. McCall.
January 1 · 11 min
#1 Singles in the 1960s: "Strangers in the Night"
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Strangers in the Night" by Frank Sinatra.
Dec 1, 2025 · 7 min
#1 Singles in the 1990s: "The Power of Love"
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "The Power of Love" by Celine Dion.
Nov 1, 2025 · 5 min
#1 Singles in the 1980s: "I Want to Know What Love Is"
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "I Want to Know What Love Is" by Foreigner.
Oct 1, 2025 · 6 min
#1 Singles in the 1970s: "That's the Way (I Like It)"
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "That's the Way (I Like It)" by KC and the Sunshine Band.
Sep 1, 2025 · 5 min
#1 Singles in the 1960s: "Mr. Tambourine Man"
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Mr. Tambourine Man" by The Byrds.
Aug 1, 2025 · 5 min
#1 Singles in the 1990s: "Back For Good" by Take That
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Back For Good" by Take That.
Jul 1, 2025 · 6 min
#1 Singles in the 1980s: Charity Singles for Ethiopian Famine Relief
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the songs "Do They Know It's Christmas?" by Band Aid, "We Are the World" by USA for Africa and “Tears Are Not Enough” by Northern Lights. These songs were all charity singles to help with Ethiopian famine relief.
Jun 1, 2025 · 6 min
#1 Singles in the 1970s: "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen.
May 1, 2025 · 5 min
#1 Singles in the 1960s: “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stones
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” by The Rolling Stones.
Apr 1, 2025 · 7 min
#1 Singles in the 1990s: "Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman?" by Bryan Adams
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman?" by Bryan Adams.
Mar 1, 2025 · 6 min
#1 Singles in the 1980s: "19" by Paul Hardcastle
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "19" by Paul Hardcastle.
Feb 1, 2025 · 5 min
#1 Singles in the 1970s: "Rhinestone Cowboy" by Glen Campbell
This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Rhinestone Cowboy" by Glen Campbell.

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