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00:009 Underrated 70s Hits That Deserve a Revival
00:039. Driver's Seat, Sniffin' the Tears, 1978
00:08With cryptic lyrics and hypnotic beat, Sniffin' the Tears reached number 15 on US charts.
00:15The song's mystery has fueled its cult status over decades.
00:18Representing a blend of new wave and rock, it offers a unique listening experience.
00:238. Street Life, The Crusaders featuring Randy Crawford, 1979
00:29A sophisticated fusion that shattered musical boundaries.
00:33Crawford's vocals bring serious soul and sophistication.
00:37Though it only reached number 36 on Billboard, it captured late 70s urban energy perfectly.
00:437. Love is the Answer, England Dan and John Ford Coley, 1979
00:49An optimistic balm for complicated times, England Dan and John Ford Coley harmonize.
00:55It climbed to number 10 on Billboard.
00:58The message of universal love offers soothing, timeless comfort.
01:026. How Long, Ace, 1974
01:06Paul Carrick's smooth, soulful vocals hit number 3 on Billboard.
01:11Disguised as a love song, it's actually about band tensions.
01:155. Renegade, Sticks, 1979
01:19An iconic riff cements Sticks' arena rock power.
01:23It peaked at number 16 on Billboard in 1979 with its dynamic intro to Chorus Surge.
01:304. Magic, Pilot, 1974
01:34This feel-good earworm delivered instant serotonin.
01:38Pilot captures lighter 70s pop.
01:41Ubiquitous in ads and movies.
01:433. Foreplay, Long Time, Boston, 1976
01:48Boston blends rock and symphonic ambition.
01:52Tom Schultz's vision peaked at number 22 on Hot 100 with its virtuosic intro.
01:582. Dance This Mess Around, The B-52s, 1979
02:03The B-52s defied convention with quirky energy.
02:07Cindy Wilson's vocals shine.
02:09The new wave surf mix sparks instant celebrations.
02:111. Stuck in the Middle with You
02:15Steelers Wheel, 1972
02:18This song turns social awkwardness into funky joy.
02:23It peaked at number 6 on Billboard with its jangly guitar and universal appeal.
02:27A guaranteed party favorite decades later.
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