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See which of your favourites have made it onto our list of nominees.
Doctorin' The Tardis – The Timelords (1988)
HIGHEST CHART POSITION: 1
A bizarre mix of Gary Glitter and Doctor Who inspired this hit by The Timelords. The infamous Bill Drummond (of KLF fame) was behind the track and followed the song's success with a book that outlined a step-by-step guide to hit-making - with a money-back offer if anyone had a hit by following the rules. After reading the book an Austrian band called Edelweiss duly did have a hit… not sure if they got their money back though!
Don't Worry Be Happy – Bobby McFerrin (1988)
HIGHEST CHART POSITION: 2
The one time singer of the 'Cosby Show' theme tune, Bobby McFerrin had a hit in 1988 with this catchy Jazz influenced a-cappella tune. The upbeat nature of this track ironically tempted someone to start a well known internet rumour that Bobby was actually very depressed and had committed suicide. A rumour that the very alive Bobby obviously denies!
HIGHEST CHART POSITION: 2
The one time singer of the 'Cosby Show' theme tune, Bobby McFerrin had a hit in 1988 with this catchy Jazz influenced a-cappella tune. The upbeat nature of this track ironically tempted someone to start a well known internet rumour that Bobby was actually very depressed and had committed suicide. A rumour that the very alive Bobby obviously denies!
