The World Music Charts

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.

#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.

10-01
06:20

#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.

09-01
05:29

#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.

08-01
05:21

#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.

07-01
06:24

#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.

06-01
06:25

#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.

05-01
05:06

#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.

04-01
07:02

#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.

03-01
06:29

#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.

02-01
05:11

#1 Singles in the 1960s: "Help" by The Beatles

This episode The World Music Charts will take a look at the song "Help" by The Beatles.

01-01
05:30

Number One Songs the week of November 11, 1990

Number One Songs the week of November 11, 1990 in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and the United States.

12-01
03:54

Number One Songs the week of September 15, 1963

Number One Songs the week of September 15, 1963 in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and the United States.

11-01
03:39

Number One Songs the week of April 21, 1985

Number One Songs the week of April 21, 1985 in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and the United States.

10-01
03:32

Number One Songs the week of August 18, 1996

Number One Songs the week of August 18, 1996 in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and the United States.

09-01
04:00

Number One Songs the week of January 4, 1976

Number One Songs the week of January 4, 1976 in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and the United States.

08-01
04:40

Number One Songs the week of March 14, 1965

Number One Songs the week of March 14, 1965 in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and the United States.

07-01
02:37

Number One Songs the week of August 11, 1991

Number One Songs the week of August 11, 1991 in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and the United States.

06-01
02:14

Number One Songs the week of August 27, 1978

Number One Songs the week of August 27, 1978 in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and the United States.

05-01
03:37

Number One Songs the week of August 23, 1998

Number One Songs the week of August 23, 1998 in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and the United States.

04-01
04:08

Number One Songs the week of November 20, 1968

Number One Songs the week of November 20, 1968 in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom and the United States.

03-01
06:36

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