Top 25 Songs of 1970-1979 1. You Light Up My Life- Debby Boone 2. Night Fever – Bee Gees 3. Tonight’s The Night (Gonna Be Alright) – Rod Stewart 4. Shadow Dancing – Andy Gibb 5. Le Freak – Chic 6. My Sharona – The Knack 7. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face… Read More
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1972 Billboard Number One Hits:December 25, 1971 – – January 14, 1972:Brand New Key – MelanieJanuary 15 – February 11:American Pie – Don McLeanFebruary 12 – February 18:Let’s Stay Together – Al GreenFebruary 19 – March 17:Without You – NilssonMarch 18 – March 24:Heart of Gold – Neil YoungMarch 25 – April 14:A Horse With… Read More
1972 Fun Facts, Trivia and HistoryQuick Facts from 1972World Changing Event: Intel invented the single-chip microprocessor.The Top Song was The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face by Roberta FlackThe Movies to Watch include The Godfather, The Getaway, What’s Up Doc, and The Poseidon Adventure.The Most Famous Person in America was probably President Richard Nixon.Notable books include Jonathan Livingston Seagull by… Read More
1972 Top 100 Popular Music Chart1. Rock and Roll part II – Gary Glitter2. American Pie – Don McLean3. Lean On Me – Bill Withers4. Rock and Roll – Led Zeppelin5. I’ll Take You There – Staple Singers6. Precious and Few – Climax7. Let’s Stay Together – Al Green8. Coconut – Nilsson9. School’s Out –… Read More
Kitty Hawk MutinyThe USS Kitty Hawk riot was the first mass mutiny in the history of the U. S. Navy and were it not for military law, the incident might be passed off as a demonstration.Following the civil rights demonstrations of the 60s, White people went over board in trying to erase any perceived appearance… Read More
On September 5, 1972, Summer Olympics at Munich became an unforgettable day, but for all the wrong reasons. Israeli athletes participating in the event became victims of an attack by a mob of Palestinian origins. The attackers stormed the Olympic village apartment where the Israeli athletes were being accommodated, killing two and taking nine as… Read More
The Watergate ScandalThe Watergate scandal was a major political scandal in the United States involving the administration of President Richard Nixon, who was implicated in a cover-up of a break-in at the Democratic National Committee (DNC) headquarters and subsequent abuse of power, ultimately leading to his resignation.The scandal began on June 17, 1972, when five… Read More
Racial Pandering in the 1970sAny Black person who grew up in the 1970s probably remember it as the era of racial pandering. It was common to be invited to a White friend’s party or social gathering just so they could show off their Black friend. I was often invited to parties by people who loved… Read More
The SALT I TreatyThe Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT I) Treaty was a series of negotiations between the United States and the Soviet Union that took place from 1969 to 1972, culminating in the signing of the Anti-Ballistic Missile (ABM) Treaty and the Interim Agreement on Offensive Arms, which aimed to limit the proliferation of… Read More
1972 Oscars 44th Academy AwardsWinners Announced: April 10, 1972Held at: Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Los Angeles, CaliforniaHosts: Helen Hayes, Alan King, Sammy Davis, Jr., Jack LemmonEligibility Year: 1971Cinematic Highlights and AchievementsThe French Connection Cleans Up: This crime thriller won, snagging five Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Gene Hackman.Jane Fonda’s Breakthrough: Fonda won Best… Read More
What Happened in 1972?1972 Trivia: Test Your Knowledge of This Culturally Defining Year!Step into 1972, a year that brought groundbreaking films, memorable music, and historic moments that still resonate today. This trivia page is packed with questions designed to challenge even the most seasoned pop culture enthusiasts. Think you’ve mastered the ’70s? It’s time to… Read More
1972’s Biggest Artists and Songs Carly Simon (1971 Best New Artist Grammy Winner, presented in 1972)Carole King (Grammy for Album of the Year)It’s Too Late -Carole King (Grammy for Record of the Year) New Artists in the Pop Charts Included: America, Jackson Browne, Styx, Doobie Brothers, Jim Croce, Steely Dan, Bette Midler, Gary Glitter, The Eagles, Millie… Read More
1972 Grammy Award WinnersWinners Announced: March 14, 1972Location: Felt Forum, New York CityHost: Andy WilliamsEligibility Year: October 16, 1970 – October 15, 1971Quick HitsCarole King’s Sweep: Carole King won multiple awards for her album “Tapestry,” including Album of the Year and Song of the Year for “You’ve Got a Friend.”Funky Train Ride: Isaac Hayes took… Read More