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Top 10 Classic Songs This Week

Chart week of June 7, 1997

  1. 1. MMMBop – Hanson
  2. 2. Hypnotize – The Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Puff Daddy
  3. 3. I Want You – Savage Garden
  4. 4. For You I Will – Monica
  5. 5. I'll Be Missing You – Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112
  6. 6. Bitch – Meredith Brooks
  7. 7. Return Of The Mack – Mark Morrison
  8. 8. Where Have All The Cowboys Gone? – Paula Cole
  9. 9. I Belong To You (Every Time I See Your Face) – Rome
  10. 10. Sunny Came Home – Shawn Colvin

Today in Music History

June 2

  • 1958
    Birthday Jerry Mathers born

    Jerry Mathers, later drummer with the Newbeats, was born on June 2, 1958.

  • 1962
    #1 Hit Ray Charles tops US chart

    Ray Charles reached number one in America with "I Can't Stop Loving You" on June 2, 1962.

  • 1967
    Release Sgt. Pepper released in UK

    The Beatles released "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" in the UK on June 2, 1967.

  • 1973
    #1 Hit My Love hits US number one

    Paul McCartney and Wings began a four-week run at number one in America with "My Love" on June 2, 1973.

  • 1976
    Birthday Tim Rice-Oxley born

    Keane songwriter and keyboard player Tim Rice-Oxley was born in Oxford, England, on June 2, 1976.

  • 1979
    #1 Hit Ring My Bell starts reign

    Anita Ward began a two-week run at number one in America with "Ring My Bell" on June 2, 1979.

  • 1987
    Milestone Sam Cooke added to Hall

    Sam Cooke was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame on June 2, 1987.

  • 1991
    In Memoriam David Ruffin dies

    Former Temptations lead singer David Ruffin died on June 2, 1991, aged 50, in Philadelphia.

  • 2001
    #1 Hit Lady Marmalade tops US chart

    Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mýa and Pink hit number one in America with "Lady Marmalade" on June 2, 2001.

  • 2005
    In Memoriam Luther Vandross dies

    Soul and R&B singer Luther Vandross died on June 2, 2005, at age 54 in New Jersey.

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Today's spotlight year: 1973

Which Pink Floyd album, released in 1973, became one of the best-selling records of all time?

The Dark Side of the Moon. Pink Floyd released it in 1973, and it became one of the most successful and enduring albums in popular music history.

Which long-running daytime game show made its American television debut in 1973 with Bob Barker as host?

The Price Is Right. The modern version of the show premiered in 1973 and became a daytime television institution with Bob Barker as its host.

Which horror film released in 1973 became a major box-office hit and a landmark of the genre?

The Exorcist. Released in 1973, it became a huge commercial success and is widely regarded as one of the most influential horror films ever made.

Which tennis event in 1973 was won by Billie Jean King in a highly publicized match against Bobby Riggs?

The 'Battle of the Sexes.' Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in 1973 in one of the most famous tennis matches in sports history.

Which major American music awards ceremony was first held in 1973?

The American Music Awards. The awards were launched in 1973 and became a major annual event honoring popular music.

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