Music has always been important in popular culture. But 70s music had the power to influence the youth beyond anything as the artists chose to voice their socio-political opinions through their beats.
The emergence of various rock genres and disco also marks the decade. This is what makes '70s songs so dynamic and inspiring. Even today some of these songs are immensely popular.
We have a playlist of '70s boppers that will make your party an absolute hit. Nothing beats music when it comes to setting up the right atmosphere for a vintage dance party.
We have wonderful artists like the Bee Gees, ABBA, Jackson 5 and more featured in our list. So you know the music’s going to be good.
Who can forget the timeless musical “Grease” and its exceptional soundtrack? “You’re the One That I Want” was the most popular track on the soundtrack as it’s played during the female protagonist's transformative moments.
You don’t have to be a “Grease” superfan to dance to this upbeat track that has everyone swaying and spinning for decades. It’s an instantly recognizable song that everyone will enjoy at your party.
“I Will Survive” is the best heartbreak anthem there has ever been and one that we all need to embody. The narrator croons about her journey going from fear of being alone to the realization that she will survive the separation.
Moreover, she sings, “I’ve got all my life to live/And I’ve got all my love to give” further implying how much fun she’s going to have. Other than the empowering lyrics, Gloria Gaynor’s impeccable vocals steal the show.
A disco classic, “Stayin’ Alive” is the Bee Gee's most popular tune ever. The song rose to the number one spot on Billboard’s Hot 100 and stayed there for 4 weeks. As the title suggests, this one is a lighthearted song about the spirit of survival. It’s perfect for a vintage music party.
Vicki Sue Robinson was a disco diva who received early success with the release of her first album when “Turn the Beat Around” became a worldwide success.
This catapulted her career in the music industry and she went on to release music for three decades. She also tried her hand in the movies before sadly passing away in 2000 due to cancer.
“Mamma Mia” is the defining song for ABBA and rightfully so. Musicians to this day study this song due to its complex composition and instrumentation.
The song also renders the title for the worldwide hit musical by Catherine Johnson which is all about the songs ABBA delivered during their decades-long musical career.
If you would like live music, you should really consider hiring an ABBA tribute act. There are so many talented tribute bands in London especially when it comes to recreating ABBA’s classic music. Your guests will love it.
As part of LaBelle’s 1974 album “Nightbirds”, this song became a smashing hit. What sets it apart is its raunchy and super interesting lyrics that are a blend of French and English.
As an R&B single, the song has a wonderful and catchy composition that stays with you even after only a single listen.
Jackson 5, being one of the most famous Motown bands ever, delivered a lot of hit songs back in the day. The song came out when Michael Jackson was a teenager and on his way to branch out as a solo artist.
His band at that point didn’t score a hit for some years. But that changed with this song as it was a bopper. It’s a fun song about a lady who has a lot of mesmerizing dance moves.
September is a very upbeat song about love. The song blends elements of disco and R&B. Earth, Wind, & Fire began their career in 1970 and blended so many different genres of music including pop, jazz, R&B, and soul.
The superbly talented band went on to produce music into the 2010s, but their peak popularity was in the 70s. Their songs during that time were truly iconic.
This song grew popular mostly because of how danceable it is, making it the first smash hit of the disco group, Boney M.
“Daddy Cool” means a guy who is very laid back and easygoing in a way that’s considered cool. The song is about how madly attracted a girl is to such a guy.
We have all heard the chorus of this song repeating the titular words over and over. It’s a hilarious and fun song to match your party’s vibe.
We can’t talk about '70s music without mentioning Blondie. It was the edgiest and coolest band in the New York music scene. The band’s allure was something else as their music was more like a melting pot of various genres like hip-hop, avant-garde, and reggae.
They were the only punk-rock band that crossed over to popular culture and started charting hits on the Billboard Hot 100.
As new musical technologies were being introduced to the music industries, artists got more room to explore and create a wide mix of sounds.
“Love Train” is more a call to peace than anything else. It’s a song with a big message released at the time of the Vietnam War. To this date, this song is still popular as it has been rehashed in movies and TV shows.
The sound is a mixture of R&B, funk, and soul. The lyrics are relatable to this date as sadly many of the problems still remain when it comes to violence and world politics.
“Y.M.C.A.” has become a popular gay anthem but the original intent of this song may have only been to promote the recreational facilities provided by the Young Men’s Christian Association.
However, the lyrics implore “young men” to “find many ways to have a good time” were taken up as suggestions that ended up making this song a part of the gay nightlife.
It’s viewed as a fun song that supports a cause as a lot of other ‘70s songs tend to be interpreted.
70s songs are the best for dancing as they’re all about disco and clubbing. With so many talented artists like the Jackson 5, ABBA, Blondie, and more, the music from that time is exceptionally good. There is no shortage of smashing records to play at your party.
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