From our first day at Wilson High as 7th Graders in September, 1965, to our graduation in June, 1971, there were 118 songs that reached the Number One spot on Billboard Magazine's Weekly Hot 100 ranking of popular songs. Thanks to the internet, and You Tube in particular, we can now easily relive that golden era of pop, rock and soul - not only the songs themselves, but also (in many cases) videos of live performances by the singers and groups that recorded them. Here, in chronological order and grouped by season, are the "Chart Toppers" from our first year - to be followed eventually by the rest of the 118.

Of course, these are a great representation, but merely a cross-section, of the thousands of recordings that charted at some level during these six years - not to forget all those songs on albums that were never released as singles.  Indeed, five Beatles albums, including the classic "White Album" had no singles released.

If you've got a favorite that doesn't appear here and would like to add it permanently to the "71 Collection" just submit a request or make a dedication here.  To comment on, discuss or add your own memories about any of the songs listed here or any of the music, dances, concerts, etc. from our high school years (or before or after, for that matter) use the Talkin' Tunes forum in our Campus Room.

Chart Toppers - Fall 1965

Chart Toppers - Winter 1966

Chart Toppers - Spring 1966

Chart Toppers - Summer 1966