From American Songwriter · Gayle Thompson · · 30s
3 Top 40 Hits From 1972 That Every 70s Kid Still Knows
Three 1972 hits remain iconic for 70s kids today.
In brief
Three 1972 hits remain iconic for 70s kids today. Donny Osmond, Todd Rundgren, and James Brown released three 1972 songs that remain popular today. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
Puppy Love
Donny Osmond released 'Puppy Love' in 1972 at age 14.
“And they called it puppy love / Oh I guess they’ll never know / How a young heart really feels / And why I love her so”
I Saw The Light
Todd Rundgren wrote 'I Saw The Light' in 20 minutes on Ritalin.
“Cause my feelings for you / Were just something I never knew / Till I saw the light / In your eyes, in your eyes”
Talkin’ Loud And Sayin’ Nothing
James Brown released 'Talkin’ Loud And Sayin’ Nothing' in 1972.
“You’re like a dull knife / Just ain’t cutting / You’re just talking loud / And saying nothing”
The headline
Donny Osmond, Todd Rundgren, and James Brown released three 1972 songs that remain popular today.
