A playlist which changes with the seasons! These are the songs you would have heard on the radio in the UK on this day in years gone by, from the very first charts in the 1950s until this time last year. Updated daily.
Direct link to Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7eeRB8ZvkaLrRdQpFYOS43
The playlist we're exploring today is a true musical treasure trove, featuring a vast array of songs from different eras and genres. As we take a journey through this playlist, we're transported to a world of catchy melodies, heartfelt ballads, and infectious beats that get us moving.
We're kicking off with some classic hits from the 50s and 60s, including Young Love by Tab Hunter and Magic Moments by Perry Como. These timeless tunes set the tone for a playlist that's all about celebrating the best of music. As we move through the decades, we come across iconic songs like Wuthering Heights by Kate Bush, Without You by Harry Nilsson, and Everything I Own by Boy George.
The 80s and 90s are well-represented, with anthems like Don't You Want Me by The Human League, Is There Something I Should Know by Duran Duran, and Mama by Spice Girls. These songs bring back memories of big hair, big phones, and even bigger personalities. We're also treated to some amazing collaborations, such as American Boy by Estelle, featuring Kanye West, and Don't Give Up by Chicane, featuring Bryan Adams.
As we enter the 2000s, the playlist gets even more diverse, with hits like Shape of You by Ed Sheeran, Someone You Loved by Lewis Capaldi, and God's Plan by Drake. We're also seeing some incredible vocal performances, including Spirit in the Sky by Gareth Gates and Is This The Way To Amarillo by Tony Christie.
One of the joys of this playlist is its ability to seamlessly blend genres and eras. We're moving from pop and rock to hip-hop and R&B, with songs like In Da Club by 50 Cent, Pass Out by Tinie Tempah, and Yeah! by USHER, featuring Lil Jon and Ludacris. It's a true musical melting pot, and it's exhilarating to experience.
As we near the end of our journey, we're treated to some more modern hits, including Flowers by Miley Cyrus, TEXAS HOLD 'EM by Beyonce, and Someone Like You by Adele. These songs show that music is still evolving, still pushing boundaries, and still touching our hearts.
Throughout this playlist, we're reminded that music has the power to unite us, to inspire us, and to make us feel alive. Whether you're a fan of classic rock, pop, or hip-hop, there's something here for everyone. So sit back, press play, and let the music take you on a journey through time and genre.
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| Lay Me Down (feat. John Legend) - Sam Smith | 2015 | GBUM71500850 | |
| Is This The Way To Amarillo - Tony Christie | 2005 | 9828606 | |
| Everything I Own - Boy George | 1987 | BOY100 |
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| Touch The Sky - Kanye West | 2006 | 9852114 | |
| Girls & Boys - Blur | 1994 |
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| Going Underground - The Jam | 1980 | POSP113 |
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| Chanson d'Amour - The Manhattan Transfer | 1977 | K10886 |
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| Walk This Way - Various Artists | 2007 | MIUCT8178 |
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| Dive - Ed Sheeran | 2017 |
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| Baby I Love U! - Jennifer Lopez | 2004 | 6747902 |
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| With Or Without You - U2 | 1987 | IS319 |
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| All The Small Things - blink-182 | 2000 | MIUCT3534 |
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| Music to Watch Girls By - Andy Williams | 1999 | 6671322 | |
| Falling Stars - Mike Di Scala vs Paul Smith Jnr 12" Edit - Sunset Strippers, Mike Di Scala, paul smith jr | 2005 | 6758312 |
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| Uptown Girl - Radio Edit - Westlife | 2001 | 74321841682 |
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| Let's Dance - David Bowie | 1983 | EA152 |
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| Isn't It A Wonder - Boyzone | 1997 | 5735472 |
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| Spirit in the Sky - Gareth Gates | 2003 | 82876511192 |
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| Don't Give Up - Chicane, Bryan Adams | 2000 | MIUCT3901 | |
| Pure & Simple - Hear'Say | 2001 | 5870062 |
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| Baby - Justin Bieber | 2010 | CATCO158297014 | |
| Jealous Guy - Roxy Music | 1981 | ROXY2 |
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| So Freakin' Tight - Tough Love | 2015 | GBLV61411381 | |
| I Wanna Be U - Chocolate Puma | 2001 | CREAM13121 |
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| Wuthering Heights - Kate Bush | 1978 | MIUCT5876 |
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| Galway Girl - Ed Sheeran | 2017 |
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| Somebody That I Used To Know - Gotye | 2012 | AUZS21100040 | |
| All I Have (feat. LL Cool J) - Jennifer Lopez, LL COOL J | 2003 | 6736782 | |
| Black and Yellow - Wiz Khalifa | 2011 | USAT21001782 |
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| Mama - Spice Girls | 1997 | VSCDT1623 |
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| Hey Mama - Black Eyed Peas | 2004 | 9861975 |
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| Anything Is Possible - Will Young | 2002 | 74321926142 |
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| As I Love You - Shirley Bassey | 1959 | F10946 |
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| Without You - Mariah Carey | 1994 | 6599192 |
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| Shine - Take That | 2007 | 1724294 |
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| Don't Hold Your Breath - Nicole Scherzinger | 2011 | USUM71029856 |
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| Beat It - Michael Jackson | 2006 | EPCA3258 |
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| Clint Eastwood - Gorillaz | 2001 |
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| The Lion Sleeps Tonight - Tight Fit | 1982 | 9 |
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| In Da Club - 50 Cent | 2003 | USIR10300034 |
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| Like a Prayer - Madonna | 1989 | USWB10002775 |
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| God's Plan - Drake | 2018 | USCM51800004 |
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| Billy Don’t Be A Hero - Paper Lace | 1974 | BUS1014 |
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| Bag It Up - Geri Halliwell | 2000 | CDEMS560 |
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| Ready or Not - Bridgit Mendler | 2013 | USHR11233750 |
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| Someone Like You - Adele | 2011 |
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| Mirrors - Justin Timberlake | 2013 | USRC11300059 |
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| Don't Stop (Wiggle Wiggle) - OHB Club Mix - The Outhere Brothers | 1995 | YZ917CD |
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| Pure Shores - All Saints | 2000 |
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| Let Me Entertain You - Robbie Williams | 1998 | MIUCT7588 | |
| Poker Face - Lady Gaga | 2009 | MIUCT6110 |
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| Pompeii - Bastille | 2013 |
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| Holiday - Green Day | 2005 | W664CD2 |
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| Should I Stay or Should I Go - Remastered - The Clash | 1991 | 6566677 |
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| It's A Miracle - Culture Club | 1984 | VS662 |
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| I Got U - Duke Dumont | 2014 | GBUM71308955 | |
| You Stole the Sun from My Heart - Manic Street Preachers | 1999 | 6669532 |
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| Magic Moments - Perry Como | 1958 | 1036 |
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| Stupid Girl - Garbage | 1996 | MIUCT4966 | |
| All About You - McFly | 2005 |
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| Blame It on the Weatherman - B*Witched | 1999 | 6670335 |
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| American Boy - Estelle, Kanye West | 2008 | USAT20706210 |
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| Better Best Forgotten - Steps | 1999 | 0519242 |
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| Pass Out - Tinie Tempah | 2010 | CATCO157719973 |
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| Starlight - Dave | 2022 | GBUM72201160 |
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| Can't Help Falling In Love - Elvis Presley | 1962 | 1270 |
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| Without You - Harry Nilsson | 1972 | 2165 |
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| Stay - Shakespears Sister | 1992 | LON314 |
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| Too Many Broken Hearts - Jason Donovan | 1989 | 32 |
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| So Sick - Ne-Yo | 2006 | 9854185 |
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| Young Love - Tab Hunter | 1957 | HLD8380 |
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| Chain Reaction - Diana Ross | 1986 | CL386 |
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| It's Chico Time - Various Artists | 2006 | 82876812132 |
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| Mercy - Duffy | 2008 | MIUCT4379 |
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| Why - Annie Lennox | 1992 | PB45317 |
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| Cum on Feel the Noize - Slade | 1973 | 2058339 |
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| Perfect - Ed Sheeran | 2017 |
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| Fresh - Gina G | 1997 | WEA095CD |
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| Ruby - Kaiser Chiefs | 2007 | BUN119CD |
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| Release Me - Engelbert Humperdinck | 1967 | F12541 |
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| Flowers - Miley Cyrus | 2023 | USSM22202811 |
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| Don't You Want Me - The Human League | 2014 |
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| Is There Something I Should Know - Duran Duran | 1983 | 5371 |
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| Living Doll - Cliff Richard | 1986 | YZ65 |
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| Shape of You - Ed Sheeran | 2017 |
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| No, No, No Pt. 2 (feat. Wyclef Jean) - #1's Edit - Destiny's Child, Wyclef Jean | 1998 | 38K78618 | |
| Someone You Loved - Lewis Capaldi | 2019 | DEUM71806776 |
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| How Deep Is Your Love - Take That | 1996 | 74321355602 |
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| Stop - Spice Girls | 1998 | MIUCT8092 |
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| Anyone Who Had a Heart - Cilla Black | 1964 | R5101 |
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| Tsunami (Jump) [feat. Tinie Tempah] - Radio Edit - Tinie Tempah | 2014 | ||
| Where Do You Go To (My Lovely) - Peter Sarstedt | 1969 | UP2262 |
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| Yeah! (feat. Lil Jon & Ludacris) - USHER, Lil Jon, Ludacris | 2004 | MIUCT8600 |
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| I Don't Mind (feat. Juicy J) - USHER | 2015 | USRV81400665 | |
| Total Eclipse of the Heart - Bonnie Tyler | 1983 | TYLER1 |
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| I Will Always Love You - Rik Waller | 2002 | CDRIK001 |
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| Hot - INNA | 2010 | CATCO158454145 |
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| TEXAS HOLD 'EM - Beyoncé | 2024 | USSM12401302 | |
| When The Going Gets Tough - Boyzone | 1999 | 5699132 |
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| Harlem Shuffle - Bob & Earl | 1969 | WIP6053 |
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