From American Songwriter · Kat Caudill · · 50s
1972 No. 1 Hits Every 70s Kid Remembers
Three iconic 1972 No. 1 hits that every 70s kid remembers.
In brief
Three iconic 1972 No. 1 hits that every 70s kid remembers. Elton John's 'Crocodile Rock', Looking Glass's 'Brandy', and Neil Young's 'Heart Of Gold' were all No. 1 hits in 1972. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
Elton John's 'Crocodile Rock'
Elton John's 'Crocodile Rock' was his first US No. 1 hit in 1972, but Bernie Taupin admitted it isn't the song he wants people to remember him for.
“I'd much rather they remember me for songs like 'Candle in the Wind' and 'Empty Garden,' songs that convey a message...a feeling.”
Looking Glass's 'Brandy'
Looking Glass's 'Brandy' was written by Elliot Lurie and is a one-hit wonder that he still enjoys performing for fans.
“It's my one really big hit and if anybody comes out to see me, that's what they want to hear.”
Neil Young's 'Heart Of Gold'
Neil Young's 'Heart Of Gold' was his only US No. 1 hit in 1972, written while his back was injured.
“The only time it bothered me that someone sounded like me was when I was living in Phoenix, Arizona, in about '72.”
The takeaway
Elton John's 'Crocodile Rock', Looking Glass's 'Brandy', and Neil Young's 'Heart Of Gold' were all No. 1 hits in 1972.
