The biggest hits from the 50s playlist
Since records began in 1952, the UK Singles Chart has faithfully recorded every number one single to reach the top of the charts.
Today we’re looking back at the biggest number one hits of the 1950s – are any of your favourites from this decade on the list?
Doris Day – Secret Love
Perry Como – Magic Moments
The Everly Brothers – All I Have to Do is Dream
Elvis Presley – Jailhouse Rock
Cliff Richard and the Shadows – Living Doll
Dean Martin – Memories Are Made of This
Connie Francis – Who’s Sorry Now
Elvis Presley – All Shook Up
Frankie Laine – I Believe
David Whittfield – Cara Mia
Tennessee Ernie Ford – Give Me Your Word
Slim Whitman – Rose Marie
Doris Day – Whatever Will Be, Will Be
Paul Anka – Diana
Do you use Spotify? Listen to the whole playlist here!
Do you remember back when any of these songs were on the radio?

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