1984 Hit Song Tops Charts 42 Years Ago Today
March 17, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via Parade
On March 17, 1984, a blockbuster ultra classic from that iconic year claims the No. 1 spot on the charts, marking a milestone 42 years ago today. The music scene explodes with smashes like Prince's "When Doves Cry," Tina Turner's "What's Love Got to Do with It," and Cyndi Lauper's "Time After Time," dominating Billboard's Hot 100. Wham!'s "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" pumps up the airwaves, while Duran Duran's "The Reflex" and Van Halen's "Jump" keep the energy high. Read more about this...