Get ready for a nostalgic journey through some hidden gems of the 1970s! From disco delights to rock masterpieces, we're rediscovering incredible tracks that deserve more recognition. These forgotten classics showcase the decade's diverse musical landscape, featuring artists like George Harrison, Blondie, and Billy Joel.
00:11And today, we're counting down our picks for the best examples of 1970s songs that deserve
00:17another listen, more praise, and or get overshadowed by more popular tracks.
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00:28Number 10, If I Can't Have You, Yvonne Elliman
00:35If you don't like disco, you might be lying to yourself or you haven't heard this one yet.
00:47If I Can't Have You is a great example of the genre and its love ballads.
00:53Yvonne Elliman sings the song from the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack.
00:58The Bee Gees wrote the track, making it a fully loaded piece of pop history. Elliman's vocals
01:13enhanced the track even more with one of her defining performances. With orchestral instruments,
01:19the production transports you back to the 1970s. The Gibb Brothers crafted a tune that makes you
01:25happy, nostalgic, and a little emotional.
01:36Number 9, Be Here Now, George Harrison
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01:52Many people love his album, All Things Must Pass, but the former Beatle also did wonders
02:01on living in the material world. This includes his spiritual track, Be Here Now. The song puts
02:07you into a peaceful headspace, making listeners feel alive. His inspiring voice asks people to enjoy every
02:25single moment they have on earth. Harrison's words might be his most underrated, delivered with a
02:31tenderness that sells the message especially well. He gently carries you away on a cloud as you forget about
02:39everything else. In a folk arrangement, the performer knows how to let every note linger for dramatic effect. The
02:46musician shows that he's got a catalogue much deeper than his most popular work.
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03:07Number 8, I Wouldn't Want To Be Like You
03:10The Alan Parsons Project
03:12Well, how about you
03:14I Wouldn't Want To Be Like You
03:20This rock outfit is perhaps known for epic singles like Sirius or Eye In The Sky. In the late 1970s, they also had songs with more funky grooves like this one. It's a lively track that might inspire you to dance or walk down the street with a smile.
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03:47I Wouldn't Want To Be Like You has the kind of beat to brighten your day, with an awesome bass and guitar riff. There's also a slow build that captures the atmosphere before spilling over into exciting verses. The Alan Parsons Project might not be the heaviest act ever, but they can still play.
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06:09to draw your interest.
06:22Vicki Lawrence wasn't the only one to record this track, but she became synonymous with
06:27its success.
06:29The singer takes you through the story like a good book.
06:32As the narrator, Lawrence lulls you into a sense of security before throwing in a few
06:37surprises.
06:37It's all crystal clear with some violent twists to keep you interested.
06:43With all the details of a Dateline episode, this song is for the Crime Story fan and all
06:49of us.
06:50When I was coming down here, the night the lights went out in Georgia, I hadn't heard that song
06:55since it was big.
06:56Number 5.
06:58Right Down the Line, Jerry Rafferty.
07:00When I wanted you to share my life, I had no doubt in my mind.
07:07He might be somewhat underrated, but Jerry Rafferty's contributions to music deserve
07:14much more attention.
07:15The singer is known for Steeler's Wheel and solo hits like Baker Street.
07:19Right Down the Line came out on the same album as the latter single, but it also brought out
07:25Rafferty's more emotional side.
07:27I just wanna say this is my way of telling you everything I could never say before.
07:39The tender ballad holds a special power from the vocal to the guitar lines.
07:44You could call it soft rock, but it's certainly as impactful as a louder tune.
07:49The songwriter describes his feelings for a woman in precise detail, with a poetic and
07:54pure intention.
07:56The artist spins a beautiful yarn about love.
07:59Number 4.
08:10Hanging on the Telephone, Blondie.
08:13How else do you start an iconic album like Parallel Lines?
08:28New wave act Blondie cover the song by The Nerves, inviting listeners into an amazing record.
08:35The electric guitars and drum beats give audiences a glimpse into the band's musical direction.
08:40With effortless cool, Debbie Harry fires off some memorable vocals.
08:54The iconic front woman brings this cover to life.
08:58Hanging on the telephone bursts with energy, signaling the group's ability to create a lively performance.
09:04It's a gem among many other classics and their awesome cantaloupe.
09:09You know them for Call Me and Heart of Glass, but you'll love them even more after this
09:15catchy tune.
09:16Oh, oh, oh, oh, I'm in here.
09:23Number 3.
09:25Summer Highland Falls.
09:27Billy Joel.
09:29They say that these are not the best of times, but they're the only times I've ever known.
09:36From the album Turnstiles, this song doesn't get talked about as much as other Billy Joel hits.
09:44Summer Highland Falls deserves just as much radio play as Piano Man.
09:49It comes complete with an engaging piano part, but it also has some of Billy Joel's finest lyrics.
09:55He explores the highs and lows of life in a complex narrative.
10:14You can imagine all of the personal feelings he's woven into the song, with each verse adding to the themes of sadness and euphoria.
10:21The intricate playing only adds to the overall effect as Joel puts you through an emotional journey.
10:28It's yet another lesser-known work that more casual fans should seek out, along with the artist's moving work on Souvenir.
10:37Program of the play.
10:43Find away the photographs.
10:48Number 2.
10:52Life During Wartime.
10:54Talking Heads.
11:07By the end of the 1970s, Talking Heads helped to change musical expectations with their output.
11:17David Byrne's vision of someone living through a much different version of the United States.
11:23With specific details, the singer puts you in the hot seat as you imagine the scary situation in the title.
11:30This combines with a funky production that makes you want to dance.
11:44The band are able to mix dark imagery with upbeat sounds, giving them an edge on their contemporaries.
11:52Life During Wartime makes you want to dance your way through a potential apocalypse.
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12:19Number 1.
12:20Driver's Seat.
12:22Sniffin' the Tears.
12:23In this rockin' tune, the band Sniffin' the Tears made a name for themselves.
12:38Hailing from England, the group emerged during the time of new wave and multi-genre rock influences.
12:45Their hit reached the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and landed on their first album, Fickle Heart.
12:50Starting with a fun build-up, it all builds to a slick guitar line.
13:05The track almost sneaks up on you before bringing the heat.
13:09It's also aptly named, making for some perfect driving music.
13:14The stylish sound fills out a stellar musical experience.
13:17Singer and songwriter Paul Roberts delivers an exceptional performance, setting the stage
13:23for a classic glimpse into the late 1970s.
13:37Did we forget another 70s track that deserves another listen?
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