How Olivia Newton-John's 'Physical' Became a Record-Breaking Hit Despite Radio Bans

A playful but provocative hit sparked controversy in the early 1980s, with some radio stations refusing to play it even as it ...

1981 Hit Ranked the Best Song of the 1980s Inspired a Generation of Fitness Enthusiasts

However, one song ascended to the top amid the leg warmers, stone-washed jeans, and banana clips, and it was recorded by an ...
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Why Olivia Newton-John's 1981 Hit 'Physical' Faced Radio Bans Over Suggestive Lyrics

Olivia Newton-John's "Physical" isn't the only song that has sparked controversy. For example, a track from a rock music icon inspired a lawsuit that took a decade to settle, and a 1970s No. 1 hit ...

1975 Soft Rock Classic, 'Please Mr. Please' Named No. 1 Hit Song for Three Weeks, Became a Heartbreak Anthem

Aside from its chart achievements, "Please Mr. Please" also experienced a significant amount of commercial success. In ...

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Country Roads and Summer Nights Edition

Before Grease and the Muppets, John Denver and Olivia Newton-John defined country-pop crossover in the 1970s. If you can't access your feeds, please contact customer support. Thanks! Check your phone ...