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Louie Louie – The Kingsmen (1964)
HIGHEST CHART POSITION: 26
Considered by some to be the 'party anthem of the universe', The Kingsmen's cult hit was recorded for $36 and became a national hit in 1964. Whilst US fans campaigned for the track to become the state song for Washington, its immortality became inevitable when it was banned from the radio and investigated by the FBI for what were considered lewd and immoral lyrics.
Lovin' You – Minnie Riperton (1975)
HIGHEST CHART POSITION: 2
Famed as 'the lady with the high voice', this track by Minnie Riperton reached great heights when it was released from her 1974 album Perfect Angel. 'Lovin' You' was produced by Stevie Wonder and dedicated to Minnie's young daughter, Maya. Noted for her extreme vocal range, Minnie's 'whistle voice' has been mimicked - but never bettered - by acts such as Mariah Carey.
HIGHEST CHART POSITION: 2
Famed as 'the lady with the high voice', this track by Minnie Riperton reached great heights when it was released from her 1974 album Perfect Angel. 'Lovin' You' was produced by Stevie Wonder and dedicated to Minnie's young daughter, Maya. Noted for her extreme vocal range, Minnie's 'whistle voice' has been mimicked - but never bettered - by acts such as Mariah Carey.
