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1959 British Hit Parade Part 1 [ CD / Album ]

1959 British Hit Parade Part 1

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  • Released Date: 01 May 2011

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Ah, the British Hit Parade of 1959 Part 1, where do we even begin? This album is a time capsule of the quirky and sometimes questionable hits that graced the charts in ye olde 1959. From Cliff Richard's crooning to The Shadows' infectious instrumentals, this compilation is a rollercoaster of musical delight.

The album kicks off with the classic "Living Doll" by Cliff Richard & The Drifters, a song that has stood the test of time and still manages to get toes tapping to this day. The infectious beat and catchy chorus make it a surefire hit for any party playlist.

But don't let the nostalgia fool you, this album has its fair share of curveballs too. Take Lonnie Donegan's "Does Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavour (On The Bedpost Overnight)?" for example. With its quirky lyrics and toe-tapping melody, it's a real head-scratcher of a tune that will leave you pondering the mysteries of life.

Overall, the British Hit Parade of 1959 Part 1 is a delightful romp through the music scene of yesteryear. It's a charming mix of classic hits, hidden gems, and downright bizarre offerings that will keep you entertained from start to finish. So grab your poodle skirt and get ready to twist and shout to the sounds of 1959!

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Baby Face
2. My Ukelele
3. Cannonball
4. Queen of the Hop
6. Smoke Gets in Your Eyes
5. The World Outside
7. You're the Top
8. I'll Remember Tonight
9. Heartbeat
10. I Got Stung
11. One Night
12. Problems
13. High School Confidential
14. The World Outside
15. I'll Be With You in Apple Blossom Time
16. The World Outside
17. Last Night On the Back Porch
18. (All of a Sudden) My Heart Sings
19. There Must Be a Way
20. Livin' Lovin' Doll
21. A Pub With No Beer
22. That's My Doll
23. Does Your Chewing Gum Lose It's Flavour
24. Wee Tom
25. The Little Drummer Boy


Disc: 2
1. My Happiness
2. Gigi
3. The Little Drummer Boy
4. Petite Fleur
5. The Wonderful Secret of Love
6. Stagger Lee
7. Side Saddle
8. Beep Beep
9. Tomboy
10. The Little Drummer Boy
11. It Doesn't Matter Anymore
12. Maybe Tomorrow
13. Willingly
14. Manhattan Spiritual
15. The Love Game
16. Donna
17. C'mon Everybody
18. Wait for Me
19. Venus
20. Sing Little Birdie
21. Ciao Ciao Bambina
22. Charlie Brown
23. The Story of My Love
24. Donna
25. The Lonely One
26. By the Light of the Silvery Moon


Disc: 3
1. Ciao Ciao Bambini
2. With the Wind and the Rain in Your Hair
3. All American Boy
4. Hey Little Lucy
5. French Foreign Legion
6. Early to Bed
7. It's Late
8. A Fool Such As I
9. I Need Your Love Tonight
10. Come Softly to Me
11. I Go Ape
12. Love's Made a Fool of You
13. Venus
14. Come Softly to Me
15. I've Waited So Long
16. May You Always
17. Lovin' Up a Storm
18. Come Softly to Me
19. Mean Streak
20. Fort Worth Jail
21. Idle On Parade
22. Never Be Anyone Else But You
23. Guitar Boogie Shuffle
24. Never Mind
25. May You Always
26. Where Were You (On Our Wedding Day)


Disc: 4
1. Roulette
2. Come Dance With Me
3. Guitar Boogie Shuffle
4. Margie
5. If Only I Could Live My Life Again
6. A Teenager in Love
7. Personality
8. Please Don't Touch
9. Peter Gunn
10. The Battle of New Orleans
11. Three Stars
12. Take a Message to Mary
13. For a Penny
14. Pink Shoe Laces
15. You Made Me Love You
16. Dream Lover
17. Poor Jenny
18. Kansas City
19. A Teenager in Love
20. Goodbye Jimmy Goodbye
21. Personality
22. The Battle of New Orleans
23. A Teenager in Love
24. Margo, Don't Go
25. Lipstick On Your Collar
26. Living Doll

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