Tag Archives: John Lennon

John Lennon – (Just Like) Starting Over

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Devin

First Hit #1: December 27, 1980 There is a certain bitter irony to have this be Lennon’s posthumous hit. The song is so happy, the portrait of a content man who is just thrilled to be with his wife and … Continue reading →

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John Lennon – Whatever Gets You Thru the Night

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Devin

First Hit #1: November 16, 1974 John Lennon was the last of the Beatles to have a solo #1, and he did it by teaming with Elton John for something a bit fun and breezy. Those aren’t words that could … Continue reading →

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Jimmy Dorsey – Besame Mucho (Kiss me Much)

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Devin

First hit #1: March 4, 1944 Let’s take a quick glance at the future of pop music, or rather the future of pop music, in the context of 1944. The first time I heard this song it was sung by … Continue reading →

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