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These Tunes Turn 50 This Year!

Ben Holmes January 9, 2023 10:32 am Last Updated on February 26, 2026 7:09 am

Believe it or not we’re in the year 2023! I know I’m surprised too! I think the pandemic and the craziness of the last few years have made us forget how fast time flies! I am very surprised these 10 tunes are turning 50 this year! 1973 was a big year for music! Here are some tunes celebrating their 50th anniversary! They are all now officially golden!

Bad, Bad Leroy Brown- Jim Croce

Let's Get It On- Marvin Gaye

You're So Vain- Carly Simon

Crocodile Rock- Elton John

Killing Me Softly With His Song-Roberta Flack

Stuck In The Middle With You- Steller's Wheel

Superstition- Stevie Wonder

Reelin' in the Years- Steely Dan

Rambin' Man- Allman Brothers Band

Free Ride- Edger Winter Group

An amazing year for music! 1973 rocked! All these songs and so many other greats turn 50 this year! Here’s the full top 100 Billboard list from that year!

What was your favorite tune from 1973?

Ben Holmes

Ben Holmes

Ben Holmes has lived on the South Shore of Nova Scotia for most of his life and has a deep passion for the culture and community of Nova Scotia and the Maritimes. He believes strongly in the importance of radio and other local media, and the role they play in keeping communities informed, connected, and entertained.
He is the host of “Breakfast With Ben” on CKBW in Bridgewater. When he is not talking, at least not into a microphone, Ben enjoys spending time outdoors, cycling, watching films, taking road trips, and being around family and friends.

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