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The 60's Datebook for May 21

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In 1963, Little Stevie Wonder who turned 13, just eight days ago, records his second album. “The Twelve Year-Old genius,” live at a Detroit ballroom at Chicagoʹs Regal Theatre. One tune off the album, “Fingertips, Part Two,” will become Wonderʹs first hit, topping both the R&B and the pop charts.

In 1964, The Beatles released the single “Sie Liebt Dich/Iʹll Get You”

In 1966, R.C., “Downtown” by Mrs. Miller peaked at #82 on the pop singles chart; it was a parody version of Petula Clarkʹs number one hit in 1965.

In 1966, R.C., “Eight Miles High” by The Byrds peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, R.C., “Louie Louie” by The Kingsmen reentered the chart and peaked at #97 on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, R.C., “Rainy Day Women #12 and #35” by Bob Dylan peaked at number two on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, Sixteen-year-old Bruce Springsteen recorded his first song, “Thatʹs What Youʹll Get,” with his band The Castiles.

In 1966, Muhammad Ali TKOs Henry Cooper in six for heavyweight boxing title.

In 1967, “The Saint”, TV Crime Drama; syndicated 1963-66, debut on NBC.

In 1968, Rolling Stone Brian Jones is arrested a second time for possession of cannabis in his London apartment.

In 1969, “The Best Of Bill Cosby” album by Bill Cosby was released

U.S. 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, 😉🤣 “Downtown” by Mrs. Miller peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, 😉🤣 “Rainy Day Women #12 and 35” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 2 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Barbara” by The Temptations peaked at number 29 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Beautiful Obsession” by Sir Chauncey and His Exciting Stringers peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Before I Grow Too Old” by Fats Domino peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Besame Mucho (Part 1)” by The Coasters peaked at number 70 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Earth Angel” by Johnny Tillotson peaked at number 57 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Eight Miles High” by The Byrds peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “For Love” by Lloyd Price peaked at number 43 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Hither and Tither and Yon” by Brook Benton peaked at number 58 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I'll Take Good Care Of You” by Garnet Mimms and The Enchanters peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I'm Comin' Home, Cindy” by Trini Lopez peaked at number 39 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Let The Little Girl Dance” by Billy Bland peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Let's Start All Over Again” by Ronnie Dove peaked at number 20 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Love Takes A Long Time Growing” by Deon Jackson peaked at number 77 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Please Don't Sell My Daddy No More Wine” by Greenwoods peaked at number 64 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Pledging My Love” by Johnny Tillotson peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Sam, You Made The Pants Too Long” by Barbra Streisand peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “So Much Love” by Ben E. King peaked at number 96 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Tell Me That You Love Me” by Fats Domino peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “The 'A' Team” by SSgt Barry Sadler peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “The Cruel War” by Peter, Paul and Mary peaked at number 52 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “The Madison Time (Part 1)” by The Ray Bryant Combo peaked at number 30 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “The Madison” by Al Brown's Tunetoppers Featuring Cookie Brown peaked at number 23 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine (Anymore)” by The Walker Brothers peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Wheel Of Fortune” by LaVern Baker peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “You Waited Too Long” by Five Stairsteps peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “You're The One” by The Marvelettes peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1960, “Cathy's Clown” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Eight Miles High” by The Byrds peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Gloria” by The Shadows Of Knight peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Greenfields” by The Brothers Four peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Can't Grow Peaches On A Cherry Tree” by Just Us peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Can't Let Go” by The Hollies peaked at number 44 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Love Theme From 'The Phoenix' (Senza Fine)” by Brass Ring peaked at number 22 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Monday Monday” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Oh Gee Girl” by Liverpool Set peaked at number 33 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Outside The Gates Of Heaven” by Lou Christie peaked at number 32 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Shapes Of Things” by The Yardbirds peaked at number 7 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Sloop John B” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “That's Why I Love You” by Joey Hollingsworth peaked at number 27 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Till The End Of The Day” by The Kinks peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Try Too Hard” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1960, “A Theme From 'The Threepenny Opera' (Mack The Knife)” by Ella Fitzgerald peaked at number 22 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Big Iron” by Marty Robbins peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Cradle Of Love” by Johnny Preston peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Footsteps” by Steve Lawrence peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “I Love The Way You Love” by Marv Johnson peaked at number 30 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Look Before You Leap” by The Dave Clark Five peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Shotgun Wedding” by Roy C peaked at number 6 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Sloop John B” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 2 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “The Heart Of A Teenage Girl” by Craig Douglas peaked at number 10 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “This Love I Have For You” by Lance Fortune peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “While I Live” by Kenny Damon peaked at number 45 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, 🤔 “The Ballad Of The Green Berets” by SSgt Barry Sadler peaked at number 14 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Hitch Hiker” by Bobby and Laurie peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Leaning On The Lamp Post / You Won't Be Leaving” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 9 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Little Boy Lost” by Johnny Ashcroft peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “A Legal Matter” by The Who peaked at number 20 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Homeward Bound” by Simon and Garfunkel peaked at number 4 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Like It” by Gerry and The Pacemakers peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Sloop John B” by The Beach Boys peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Austria 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Doch dann kam Johnny” by Wanda Jackson peaked at number 8 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Spanish Eyes” by Al Martino peaked at number 3 on the Austria pop singles chart.

In 1966, “These Boots Are Made For Walkin'” by Nancy Sinatra peaked at number 1 on the Austria pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “Sunny Girl” by The Hep Stars peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1966, “The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine (Anymore)” by The Walker Brothers peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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