My Random Picks for Tuesday 12/26/2023

The Moody Blues - Tuesday Afternoon
The song's full title on their 1967 album "Days of Future Passed" is "Forever Afternoon (Tuesday?)."
The single version released in 1968 was shorter than the album version, omitting some later parts

The Beach Boys - Kokomo (1988)
Released in 1988, it was featured on the soundtrack of the movie "Cocktail" and later included on their album "Still Cruisin."
Became a massive hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and revitalizing The Beach Boys' commercial success after a two-decade lull.

Billy Idol - Rebel Yell
Released a s single and the title track of Idol's second studio album in 1983
Became a defining song of the early MTV era, it's music video featuring Idol's iconic motorcycle and leather jacket look
Billy Joel - Just the Way You Are
Classic love song from his 1977 album "The Stranger"
Massive commercial success, reaching number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the Easy Listening chart
Bobby McFerrin - Don't Worry Be Happy (Official Music Video)
Released in 1988 as the lead single from his album "Simple Pleasures."
It was originally written for the soundtrack of the movie "Cocktail."
Became a global phenomenon, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US and topping charts worldwide
John Lennon - Imagine
Released in 1971 as the title track of his solo album
Even decades after its release, "Imagine" remains a relevant and powerful song that continues to inspire hope and action for a better world.

Journey - Be Good to Yourself
Released in 1986 as the lead single for their album "Raised on Radio."Topped the US Billboard Mainstream Rock chart and reached number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100

The Knack - My Sharona
Released in 1979
Reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying The Knack's place as a major rock band

The Bangles - Manic Monday
Recorded their version of "Manic Monday" in 1985, with Prince himself producing
Lead single from their second studio album, "Different Light", released in 1986
Their rendition is the one that achieved immense success, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and becoming a defining song of their career.

Pete Townshend - Let My Love Open The Door
Released in 1980 on his solo album, "Empty Glass."
Significant hit reaching number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 and remaining Pete Townshend's only top 10 solo on the chart.

The Pointer Sisters - He's so Shy
Originally written and recorded in 1979 by Leo Sayer
The Pointer Sisters recorded "He's So Shy" in 1980 for their album "Special Things." This version took the song to new heights, reaching number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 and becoming a signature song for the group.

12: Queen - Another One Bites the Dust
Released in 1980
Appeared on Queen's eighth studio album, "The Game," which came out on June 30th, 1980
The song itself became a worldwide hit, reaching number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 in October 1980 and remaining on the chart for 31 weeks.