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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hello listeners, It's time once again for another episode of
the Music Playlist podcast, a show dedicated to the soundtrack
of your lives and a bunch of fun facts about
it too. We're going to have another one hit Wonders episode.
Some of our favorite songs, well, we're by artists they
just never did anything much else, whether it be because
(00:24):
they didn't do anything else or I don't know, they
just never got that magic back. In no particular order,
today's episode is going to start off with a song
from Dragon, released in nineteen seventy seven. It's called it
April Son in Cuba. It's a catchy tune. This song
(00:48):
became their biggest hit, invoking the warmth and vibrancy of
Spring and Cuba in nineteen seventy six. Spring Affair by
Donna Summer was a disco classic that captures the playful
(01:08):
and refreshing spirit of spring. Released in nineteen seventy four
by Terry Jack, The Seasons in the Sun, while not
entirely about Spring, its upbeat, yet bittersweet reflection on life
and nature, fits into the seasonal change in the springtime
(01:35):
of His Voodoo by Tori Amos. It's a deep, poetic
peace with vivid imagery encapsulating the shifting and unpredictable nature
of spring. Breason from George Benson, released in nineteen seventy six,
(01:58):
is a smooth jack hit that feels like the spring breeze,
light and uplifting. The Boys of Summer from Don Henley
released in nineteen eighty four. While primarily a summer anthem,
it carries over the transitional vibe from spring to summer
(02:19):
and has been a nostalgic classic. Young Girl by Gary
Puckett and the Union Gap released in nineteen sixty eight.
This classic song has a light, springlight quality, even though
its subject matter is a bit heavier. Ninety nine Red Balloons,
(02:43):
released by Nina in nineteen eighty three, was originally a
German song. Ninety nine Red Balloons was written by a
Nina real name Gabriel Suzanne Kerner and her band. The
song's original German version, ninety nine Luft Balloons, became a
(03:05):
huge hit in Europe, butted with the English version that
gained traction in the US. The song is a protest
against nuclear war. Where the release of ninety nine Red
Balloons was a group of people who accidentally sets off
a chain reaction that leads to the destruction of the world.
It reflects the fear of the Cold War era. Ninety
(03:29):
nine Red Balloons topped charts in several countries and reached
number two on the Billboard Hot one hundred in the
United States in nineteen eighty four. The song became an
anthem for peace during the nineteen eighties and remains a
hallmark of anti war protests. The iconic upbeat sound is
(03:50):
paired with heavy subject matter. It created a lasting contrast
in music history. In nineteen seventy four, Blue Swede released
Hooked On a Feeling. Hooked On a Feeling was originally
written by Mark James and recorded by B. J. Thomas
(04:10):
in nineteen sixty eight, but the version that became famous
was by Swedish band Blue Swede, released in nineteen seventy four.
The song is known for its distinctive uga chaka chant.
The song expresses the feeling of being completely entranced by
(04:31):
love and the emotions it stirs. The song hit number
one on the Billboard one hundred in nineteen seventy four
and became a staple of seventies pop culture. The uga
chaka chant made the song unforgettable It was famously used
in the Guardians of the Galaxy soundtrack, which introduced it
(04:52):
to a new generation. It's also been used in commercials, movies,
and TV shows, securing its play and pop culture. I
Melt with You released in nineteen eighty two. Modern English
and English New Wave band released I Melt with You
as part of their album After the Snow. The song
(05:15):
was initially a modest hit, but eventually became an enduring
eighties anthem. The lyrics revolve around the themes of love
and nostalgia, with a desire to freeze a perfect moment
in time. The phrase I Melt with You signifies an
overwhelming connection and emotional intimacy. The song reached number seventy
(05:37):
eight on the Billboard Hot one hundred in the US,
but grew in popularity over the years, especially after being
featured in several movies and TV shows like Valley Girl
in nineteen eighty three. While not a massive chart topper
at the time of its release, I Melt with You
became a quintessential eighties song, featured in countless retrospectives, commercials,
(06:00):
and pop culture events. It continues to be one of
the band's most recognizable tracks. Take on Me by Aha.
Released in nineteen eighty five, The Norwegian synth pop band
AHA's iconic song take on Me was released as a
part of their album Hunting High and Low. The song
(06:24):
agained enormous popularity, partially due to its groundbreaking a music video.
Take on Me expresses the theme of love and the
desire to pursue a connection despite uncertainty and fear of rejection.
The chorus reflects a plea to take a chance on
love and not let fear prevented. Take on Me hitt
(06:45):
number one on the Billboard Hot one hundred and nineteen
eighty five, becoming one of the defining songs of the eighties.
The song's success was propelled by its music video, which
featured innovative animation techniques and combined and stencil sketch animation
with live action. It is considered one of the most
influential music videos in history, and Aha became an iconic
(07:09):
figure in eighties pop culture. Next on Our List from
Soft Cell, released in nineteen eighty one. Tainted Love was
initially written by Ed Cobb and recorded by Gloria Jones
in nineteen sixty five, but it was Soft Cell's synth
heavy nineteen eighty one version that became a smash hit.
(07:32):
The British duo's electronic take on the song redefined it
for the New wave era. The song deals with the
emotional struggles of a toxic relationship, with the singer realizing
that the love they once had has become painful and corrosive.
Tainted Love topped the charts in several countries and was
(07:52):
a huge hit in the United States, where reached number
eight on the Billboard Hot one hundred. Tainted Love became
one of the defining songs of the nineteen eighties New
wave movement and was influential in popularizing electronic music. It
has since been covered numerous times and remains a mainstay
in eighties retrospectives. Walking on Sunshine, released in nineteen eighty
(08:17):
five by Katrina and the Waves, was a song by
a British American band. Released as a single in nineteen
eighty five, it became one of the most upbeat and
recognizable tracks of the eighties. The song is about the
joy and excitement that comes with falling in love, as
if the whole world is filled with light and happiness.
(08:40):
The lyrics conveyed overwhelming sense of optimism. The song reached
number nine in the Billboard Hot one hundred in the
United States and became a popular anthem in movies, TV shows,
and commercials. Walking on Sunshine has become a go to
song for uplifting and celebratory moments. It is frequently used
(09:01):
in film and TV montages, especially in scenes where characters
experience joy, triumphant a new found optimism. She Drives Me
Crazy from The Fine Young Cannibals, released in nineteen eighty eight.
This hit single was released by a British band of
(09:21):
Fine Young Cannibals from their nineteen eighty eight album The
Raw and the Coat. The song is a blend of funk, soul,
and new wave with an instantly recognizable melody. The song
talks about the frustrations and confusion of love, with the
singer expressing how someone can drive them both crazy and
(09:42):
make them feely related simultaneously. She Drives Me Crazy became
a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot
one hundred in the United States and charting in several
other countries. The song is still widely used in pop culture,
often included in movies tracks in eighties compilations. Its infectious
(10:03):
beat and catchy chorus made it a standout hit of
the late eighties. Come On Elaine from Dexis Midnight Riders,
released in nineteen eighty two, is the most famous song
by the British band Dexies Midnight Riders. It was released
as a single from their album to Rioty and became
(10:24):
a massive hit across the globe. The song is about
a young love and the passionate urge to break free
from societal expectations. It expresses the yearning to escape into
love and abandon the conventions of the time. The song
reached number one on the Billboard Hot one hundred in
the United States in the nineteen eighty three and became
one of the most popular songs of the early eighties.
(10:48):
It has also topped the charts in the UK. Come
On Aileen as it remained a staple in pop culture,
often used in films, TV shows and commercials. Its energetic
melody catchy chorus make it a crowd favorite at eighties
themed events and karaoke nights. Unfortunately, that's all the time
that we've got for today's episode of the Music Playlist podcast.
(11:11):
Put these in your Spotify and play them until next time.
I can't thank you enough for listening in until then.
Hello listeners, It's time once again for another episode of
the Music Playlist podcast, a show dedicated to the soundtrack
of your lives and a bunch of fun facts about
it too. We're going to have another one hit Wonders episode.
Some of our favorite songs, well, we're by artists they
just never did anything much else, whether it be because
(00:24):
they didn't do anything else or I don't know, they
just never got that magic back. In no particular order,
today's episode is going to start off with a song
from Dragon, released in nineteen seventy seven. It's called it
April Son in Cuba. It's a catchy tune. This song
(00:48):
became their biggest hit, invoking the warmth and vibrancy of
Spring and Cuba in nineteen seventy six. Spring Affair by
Donna Summer was a disco classic that captures the playful
(01:08):
and refreshing spirit of spring. Released in nineteen seventy four
by Terry Jack, The Seasons in the Sun, while not
entirely about Spring, its upbeat, yet bittersweet reflection on life
and nature, fits into the seasonal change in the springtime
(01:35):
of His Voodoo by Tori Amos. It's a deep, poetic
peace with vivid imagery encapsulating the shifting and unpredictable nature
of spring. Breason from George Benson, released in nineteen seventy six,
(01:58):
is a smooth jack hit that feels like the spring breeze,
light and uplifting. The Boys of Summer from Don Henley
released in nineteen eighty four. While primarily a summer anthem,
it carries over the transitional vibe from spring to summer
(02:19):
and has been a nostalgic classic. Young Girl by Gary
Puckett and the Union Gap released in nineteen sixty eight.
This classic song has a light, springlight quality, even though
its subject matter is a bit heavier. Ninety nine Red Balloons,
(02:43):
released by Nina in nineteen eighty three, was originally a
German song. Ninety nine Red Balloons was written by a
Nina real name Gabriel Suzanne Kerner and her band. The
song's original German version, ninety nine Luft Balloons, became a
(03:05):
huge hit in Europe, butted with the English version that
gained traction in the US. The song is a protest
against nuclear war. Where the release of ninety nine Red
Balloons was a group of people who accidentally sets off
a chain reaction that leads to the destruction of the world.
It reflects the fear of the Cold War era. Ninety
(03:29):
nine Red Balloons topped charts in several countries and reached
number two on the Billboard Hot one hundred in the
United States in nineteen eighty four. The song became an
anthem for peace during the nineteen eighties and remains a
hallmark of anti war protests. The iconic upbeat sound is
(03:50):
paired with heavy subject matter. It created a lasting contrast
in music history. In nineteen seventy four, Blue Swede released
Hooked On a Feeling. Hooked On a Feeling was originally
written by Mark James and recorded by B. J. Thomas
(04:10):
in nineteen sixty eight, but the version that became famous
was by Swedish band Blue Swede, released in nineteen seventy four.
The song is known for its distinctive uga chaka chant.
The song expresses the feeling of being completely entranced by
(04:31):
love and the emotions it stirs. The song hit number
one on the Billboard one hundred in nineteen seventy four
and became a staple of seventies pop culture. The uga
chaka chant made the song unforgettable It was famously used
in the Guardians of the Galaxy soundtrack, which introduced it
(04:52):
to a new generation. It's also been used in commercials, movies,
and TV shows, securing its play and pop culture. I
Melt with You released in nineteen eighty two. Modern English
and English New Wave band released I Melt with You
as part of their album After the Snow. The song
(05:15):
was initially a modest hit, but eventually became an enduring
eighties anthem. The lyrics revolve around the themes of love
and nostalgia, with a desire to freeze a perfect moment
in time. The phrase I Melt with You signifies an
overwhelming connection and emotional intimacy. The song reached number seventy
(05:37):
eight on the Billboard Hot one hundred in the US,
but grew in popularity over the years, especially after being
featured in several movies and TV shows like Valley Girl
in nineteen eighty three. While not a massive chart topper
at the time of its release, I Melt with You
became a quintessential eighties song, featured in countless retrospectives, commercials,
(06:00):
and pop culture events. It continues to be one of
the band's most recognizable tracks. Take on Me by Aha.
Released in nineteen eighty five, The Norwegian synth pop band
AHA's iconic song take on Me was released as a
part of their album Hunting High and Low. The song
(06:24):
agained enormous popularity, partially due to its groundbreaking a music video.
Take on Me expresses the theme of love and the
desire to pursue a connection despite uncertainty and fear of rejection.
The chorus reflects a plea to take a chance on
love and not let fear prevented. Take on Me hitt
(06:45):
number one on the Billboard Hot one hundred and nineteen
eighty five, becoming one of the defining songs of the eighties.
The song's success was propelled by its music video, which
featured innovative animation techniques and combined and stencil sketch animation
with live action. It is considered one of the most
influential music videos in history, and Aha became an iconic
(07:09):
figure in eighties pop culture. Next on Our List from
Soft Cell, released in nineteen eighty one. Tainted Love was
initially written by Ed Cobb and recorded by Gloria Jones
in nineteen sixty five, but it was Soft Cell's synth
heavy nineteen eighty one version that became a smash hit.
(07:32):
The British duo's electronic take on the song redefined it
for the New wave era. The song deals with the
emotional struggles of a toxic relationship, with the singer realizing
that the love they once had has become painful and corrosive.
Tainted Love topped the charts in several countries and was
(07:52):
a huge hit in the United States, where reached number
eight on the Billboard Hot one hundred. Tainted Love became
one of the defining songs of the nineteen eighties New
wave movement and was influential in popularizing electronic music. It
has since been covered numerous times and remains a mainstay
in eighties retrospectives. Walking on Sunshine, released in nineteen eighty
(08:17):
five by Katrina and the Waves, was a song by
a British American band. Released as a single in nineteen
eighty five, it became one of the most upbeat and
recognizable tracks of the eighties. The song is about the
joy and excitement that comes with falling in love, as
if the whole world is filled with light and happiness.
(08:40):
The lyrics conveyed overwhelming sense of optimism. The song reached
number nine in the Billboard Hot one hundred in the
United States and became a popular anthem in movies, TV shows,
and commercials. Walking on Sunshine has become a go to
song for uplifting and celebratory moments. It is frequently used
(09:01):
in film and TV montages, especially in scenes where characters
experience joy, triumphant a new found optimism. She Drives Me
Crazy from The Fine Young Cannibals, released in nineteen eighty eight.
This hit single was released by a British band of
(09:21):
Fine Young Cannibals from their nineteen eighty eight album The
Raw and the Coat. The song is a blend of funk, soul,
and new wave with an instantly recognizable melody. The song
talks about the frustrations and confusion of love, with the
singer expressing how someone can drive them both crazy and
(09:42):
make them feely related simultaneously. She Drives Me Crazy became
a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot
one hundred in the United States and charting in several
other countries. The song is still widely used in pop culture,
often included in movies tracks in eighties compilations. Its infectious
(10:03):
beat and catchy chorus made it a standout hit of
the late eighties. Come On Elaine from Dexis Midnight Riders,
released in nineteen eighty two, is the most famous song
by the British band Dexies Midnight Riders. It was released
as a single from their album to Rioty and became
(10:24):
a massive hit across the globe. The song is about
a young love and the passionate urge to break free
from societal expectations. It expresses the yearning to escape into
love and abandon the conventions of the time. The song
reached number one on the Billboard Hot one hundred in
the United States in the nineteen eighty three and became
one of the most popular songs of the early eighties.
(10:48):
It has also topped the charts in the UK. Come
On Aileen as it remained a staple in pop culture,
often used in films, TV shows and commercials. Its energetic
melody catchy chorus make it a crowd favorite at eighties
themed events and karaoke nights. Unfortunately, that's all the time
that we've got for today's episode of the Music Playlist podcast.
(11:11):
Put these in your Spotify and play them until next time.
I can't thank you enough for listening in until then.
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