Top Pop Singles

The 17th edition of the flagship volume that brought chart research to the world in 1970, this essential reference quickly became the indispensable guide for DJs, record executives, collectors, and anyone with a lasting passion for music history. "Top Pop Singles 1955-1989" chronicles the full sweep of one of music's most exhilarating eras: rock 'n' roll, Top 40 radio, and the vinyl 45. Millions of data points are instantly accessible in a clear, user-friendly format. At its core is an alphabetical artist-by-artist listing of every song ever to reach Billboard's pop singles charts. Each artist receives a concise biography, along with precise, detailed song data that goes far beyond Billboard--information found only on the original records themselves. Also included are an A-Z song title index, a chronological list of every No. 1 hit, rankings of top songs and top artists, and much more.