Five overplayed songs from the 1960s that wrecked our brains

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As a gamer who’s lived through multiple generations of music, I can confidently say that the 1960s was an era of both groundbreaking tunes and some downright bizarre tracks. These five songs, however, were overplayed to the point of lowering our collective intelligence.

The 1960s represented a golden era for music, yet rock music encountered its share of developmental issues. As the music grew more intense and potentially hazardous, it also produced some peculiar tracks. Artists experimented with improved sound quality and showcased their songs on numerous TV music programs that were flourishing at the time.

The songs that follow are not all just strange. In one case, the track is unsettling. All were overplayed.

Indeed, that’s part of what makes music so enchanting – sometimes tunes unexpectedly take off as chart-toppers. However, it’s hard to believe these five songs would achieve such success.

Five overplayed songs from the 1960s that lowered our intelligence

“Cherish” – The Association (1966)

This tune, “Cherish”, has such a sweet and fluffy feel to it, like a softer rock remake of a hair metal band’s hit single. It attempts to be grandiose with its orchestral elements but instead sounds more like a poorly sung hymn from church on Sundays. However, the positive aspect is that this song can make for an ideal gift when you’re in a relationship, provided your intention is to end things right after presenting the gift.

It seems unfortunate that the success of this song likely sparked the soft rock movement five years down the line. Many of the tracks, like “Cherish,” are quite bland.

“MacArthur Park” – Richard Harris (1968)

Initially, if you haven’t had a chance to watch the latest movie titled “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” there is an intriguing scene where the song “MacArthur Park” is creatively employed. However, understanding how this fits within the plot or setting requires watching the film itself.

This tune has attracted quite a bit of ridicule, and for valid reasons. The lyrics about the cake melting in the rain are downright comical, to say the least. They seem to be imaginative in all the wrong ways. Additionally, the song is overly prolonged. It’s often compared to “American Pie” as one of the worst songs from the 1960s.

“Yummy Yummy Yummy” – Ohio Express (1968)

“This song includes a line that says, ‘I have love deep within me that your love can fulfill.’ However, this part is perplexing because it’s one of the more intriguing lines in the song due to its confusing nature. The rest of the lyrics appear to be written by someone with a childlike understanding of language.

What makes this tune particularly annoying is its catchy yet foolish melody, which has a tendency to linger in your mind like a pesky earworm that could potentially drive you mad. You may even find yourself humming it unintentionally during office hours, leaving your colleagues wondering if you’ve lost your marbles. It’s best not to play this song at work.

“Tiptoe Through the Tulips” – Tiny Tim (1968)

This track seems to present a puzzling lyrical narrative right off the bat. The character expresses a desire for someone to sneak in through a window, only to find them mysteriously appearing among tulips next. There follows a blend of images such as kissing in the garden, flowers, and showers. However, the song takes it a step further with this line: “Perhaps the fragrance of those flowers you wander will become the rain of life.

It’s important to note that Tiny Tim had sung a song from the 1920s, not his own creation, during the 1960s on a well-known TV show. Unfortunately, this led to the song being played frequently on the radio, causing music listeners like us to hear it often. We felt it could have been something more enjoyable.

“Young Girl” – Gary Puckett and the Union Gap (1968)

Many elderly individuals (including myself) often express a sentiment that times past were superior due to less emphasis on petty concerns. However, it’s important to note that what is considered inappropriate today may not have been seen as such decades ago, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they were acceptable back then.

This tune, as you can see, carries an unsettling connotation. A mature individual expresses romantic feelings towards a minor, portraying such behavior as acceptable through his lyrics. However, that is far from acceptable. It’s downright inappropriate and disturbing. In 1968, it may have occurred, but it remains unacceptable and distasteful to this day.

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2024-10-09 13:00