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Baby Boomers Remember 1978 Rock Ballads
Baby boomers recall four classic rock ballads from 1978 that shaped their youth.
In brief
Baby boomers recall four classic rock ballads from 1978 that shaped their youth. Baby boomers remember four 1978 classic rock ballads that defined their musical upbringing. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
Baby Boomers' Musical Roots
Baby boomers grew up with iconic rock songs from the 1960s and 1970s, including memorable ballads released in 1978.
Heart's 'Straight On'
Heart released 'Straight On' in 1978 from 'Dog And Butterfly', peaking at No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Meat Loaf's 'Two Out Of Three Ain't Bad'
Meat Loaf's 'Two Out Of Three Ain't Bad' from 'Bat Out Of Hell' peaked at No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Chilliwack's 'Arms Of Mary'
Chilliwack covered 'Arms Of Mary' in 1978, peaking at No. 67 on the Billboard Hot 100 after the original was released in 1976.
Boston's 'A Man I'll Never Be'
Boston's 'A Man I'll Never Be' peaked at No. 31 on the Billboard Hot 100 in late 1978.
The headline
Baby boomers remember four 1978 classic rock ballads that defined their musical upbringing.
