61. Whole Lotta Shakin’ Going On: Jerry Lee Lewis- The single flopped four times before Lewis got a hold of it. He added piano and energy and it became a smash.
62. Bo Diddley: Bo Diddley- Very influential beat. You can hear it in hundreds of songs.
63. For What It’s Worth: Buffalo Springfield- They predicted the clash between authorities and anarchy that accentuated the late 60s.
64. She Loves You: The Beatles- Initially panned by America, it made a comeback after Beatlemania began.
65. Sunshine of Your Love: Cream- What a riff.
66. Redemption Song: Bob Marley- Inspired by Marcus Garvey who was a bit of a clown.
67. Jailhouse Rock: Elvis Presley- Some lyrics that elude to big gay prison love.
68. Tangled Up in Blue: Bob Dylan- Great lyrics, great song.
69. Crying: Roy Orbison- Some of the best vocals ever!
70. Walk On By: Dionne Warwick- and call the psychic friends network!
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