From American Songwriter · Kat Caudill · · 50s
High Schoolers' 1968 Song Knowledge
High schoolers in 1968 knew these songs by heart.
In brief
High schoolers in 1968 knew these songs by heart. High schoolers in 1968 knew four songs by heart: 'Hey Jude', 'Born To Be Wild', 'Build Me Up Buttercup', and '(Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay'. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
1968 hits
High schoolers in 1968 knew these songs by heart.
Hey Jude
Hey Jude by The Beatles was written by Paul McCartney for comfort during John Lennon’s son Julian’s difficult time.
Born To Be Wild
Born To Be Wild by Steppenwolf was Steppenwolf’s third song released and first major hit.
Build Me Up Buttercup
Build Me Up Buttercup by The Foundations describes teenage love and heartbreak.
(Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay
(Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay by Otis Redding was recorded three days before his death.
Here's the gist
High schoolers in 1968 knew four songs by heart: 'Hey Jude', 'Born To Be Wild', 'Build Me Up Buttercup', and '(Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay'.
