80smusiclover1 Article: Top 20 Favorite Songs From the 60's

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posted by 80smusiclover1

Kelly here! For my last blog of 2021, I'll be sharing with you all my twenty favorite 60's songs. Keep in mind that this list is solely my opinion. I also won't be going into further detail on why I like these songs as I find it time-consuming. Now, with that out of the way, here we go!

1. In My Life - The Beatles

2. A World Without Love - Peter and Gordon

3. A Whiter Shade of Pale - Procol Harum

4. Because - The Dave Clark Five

5. She's a Rainbow - The Rolling Stones

6. The Sound of Silence - Simon and Garfunkel

7. Bend Me, Shape Me - The American Breed

8. Ain't No Mountain High Enough - Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell

9. Magic Carpet Ride - Steppenwolf

10. Sugar, Sugar - The Archies

11. California Dreamin' - The Mamas and the Papas

12. Rhythm of the Rain - The Cascades

13. Goldfinger - Shirley Bassey

14. I Want You Back - The Jackson 5

15. Daydream Believer - The Monkees

16. Downtown - Petula Clark

17. Surfin' USA - The Beach Boys

18. Time of the Season - The Zombies

19. I Say a Little Prayer - Aretha Franklin

20. Calendar Girl - Neil Sedaka

Honorable Mentions

1. I Heard It Through the Grapevine - Marvin Gaye

2. Do Wah Diddy Diddy - Manfred Mann

3. It's Not Unusual - Tom Jones

4. Like a Rolling Stone - Bob Dylan

5. Do You Believe in Magic? - The Lovin' Spoonful

6. Let's Twist Again - Chubby Checker

7. You Really Got Me - The Kinks

8. C'mon and Swim - Bobby Freeman

9. For Once In My Life - Stevie Wonder

10. I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch) - The Four Tops

11. My Girl - The Temptations

12. Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood - The Animals

13. Oh, Pretty Woman - Roy Orbison

14. I'm Into Something Good - Herman's Hermits

15. You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling - The Righteous Brothers

There you have it! That was super fun! Do you have any favorites from this list? Let me know in the comments below. Feel free to do your own versions, too!

Peace and love,
~Kelly 🌟🌟🌟

RocknRollSoul60, RetroRock64 and 2 others like this

BingoPB You actually included some of my favorites. Fun fact: "A World Without Love" was actually written by Paul McCartney, but he gave it to Peter and Gordon because he felt it wasn't good enough to be a Beatles song, although it totally is good enough to be a Beatles song, no disrespect to Peter and Gordon, of course.

60smusicluv There are quite a few of my favorites on this list. "A World Without Love" was written by Paul McCartney? I didn't know that. You'd think I would have, considering how much of a Paul McCartney fan I am.

RetroRock64 You included some of my favorites too. Jan, I've learned that nobody knows everything about anything. You can know a great deal about a lot of things, but you'll never know everything about them.

RocknRollSoul60 That's true, Lenny. Kelly, you did a great job with this list.

80smusiclover1 Thank you, my friends. Kayla, that's correct. Very interesting, too.

Rubyrings I knew A World Without Love had Lennon/McCartney songwriting credits, but I can't understand why Paul would ahve given it away, considering what a great song it is when Peter and Gordon sing it, I can only imagine what it would sound like if the Beatles recorded it! Kelly, you mentioned a number of favourites of mine, like Rhythm of the Rain, Downtown, and Do Wah Diddy Diddy.

80smusiclover1 Splendid!

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The Amazing Escapades of Rosie and Nicholas: We Meet Again, My Friend Part 4

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After a hearty lunch and creating their itinerary, the five friends and the Beatles started their adventure. Their first stop is the Beale Park, which is close to the Thames River and has plenty of gardens, a giant lake, a mini zoo, and an aviary housing rare and exotic birds. The park even has its own railway station providing free train rides around it. Overall, the group had a fantastic time here. Rosie, in particular, enjoyed taking photos of the lovely flowers and animals. They even bought some souvenirs in the park shop before leaving.

TO BE CONTINUED

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The Amazing Escapades of Rosie and Nicholas: We Meet Again, My Friend Part 3

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With the sound of a horn, the Royal Ascot had begun. Everyone watched in awe and cheered as the racehorses galloped around the track. Rosie took photos of them as well. After the event came to a close, the five friends and the Beatles exited the stadium with smiles on their faces. George remarked, "That was bloody magnificent!" Rosie replied, "It sure is! Those horses are so energetic." George said, "Definitely, darling! So, are you ready to explore, me mates?" Nicholas replied, "Of course!" George said, "Great! Let's find a restaurant where we can eat lunch first. Then, we will choose which place of interest to visit next." Rosie replied, "Okie dokie." And that's just what they did.

TO BE CONTINUED

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The Amazing Escapades of Rosie and Nicholas: We Meet Again, My Friend Part 2

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The group left for Berkshire at around ten in the morning. They arrived after a two hour train ride. Upon exiting the station, the place was filled with enthusiasm and excitement for the Royal Ascot. The event itself will start at one o' clock. The five friends and the Beatles decided to buy their tickets and save the exploring for later so that the stadium won't be full when they return. They then went inside, bought some popcorn, got their seats, and took photos while waiting for the event to commence.

TO BE CONTINUED

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The Amazing Escapades of Rosie and Nicholas: We Meet Again, My Friend Part 1

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With summer in full swing, the five friends and the Beatles have started to plan the activities that they will do during the season. As they walked along the River Thames, an idea popped out of George's head. He said, "Hey, mates, let's go to Berkshire and watch the Royal Ascot tomorrow!" Rosie replied, "Oh, sure! That sounds fantastic!" Nicholas added, "We're on it!" The others nodded in agreement. George replied, "Jolly good!" After finishing their walk, the group returned to the university vicinity and ate dinner at one of the restaurants there. Upon going back to the dorm, they rested for a few hours and went to sleep with excitement for the next day's adventure.

TO BE CONTINUED

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Just a Vent Blog

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Hello, my friends. First and foremost, I'd like to inform you all that I'm doing okay. I just need to tell you what's been going on recently.

Yesterday, my mother went back to her university to do some errands. Now, what happened here was that one of her students from last year's semester lied about not having to be present at the office for following up his application form when it was revealed by one of the staff members that he actually went there. That student tried reasoning with her, but there seems to be no sincerity at all. As a result, she felt offended and disrespected by him. What's...

Even More Questions and Answers

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Hey, there! Kelly here. Since I enjoyed writing my first two Q&A lists, I thought it would be great to do another one. This time, I'll be making my own questions. So, without further ado, let's get started.

1. What's your favorite clothing accessory? My favorite clothing accessory would have to be watches. I wear a different watch whenever I go outside.

2. How do you like your coffee? I like my coffee iced with some coffee jelly. If you don't know what that is, it's basically gelatin with an espresso flavor. It's really good.

3. Do you love nostalgia? Of course!

4. What's your favorite milkshake...

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Another Uplifting Message For My Friend

posted by RocknRollSoul60

Kelly requested me to write this for her, so here I go.

Kelly, I know you've been feeling down recently. I want you to know that I'm here for you. If you ever need to talk, I'm only one inbox away. Even if you just need a hug, I'm here to provide that, too.

I know you've been through a lot, and it's not fair. Of course, nobody ever said that life is fair. You never let this make you bitter. Don't ever change, love. Everyone here would be heartbroken if you did.

Whenever times are dark, you have friends here to show you the silver lining. To paraphrase the Beatles, "Any time at all, all you gotta do is call, and we'll be there."

Peace and love,
-Paul

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A Chronological Timeline

posted by 80smusiclover1

Hello, everyone! Kelly here. The following is a timeline of the events that have happened in my fan fictions so far. I've had this in my mind for some time now, and I'll be updating it whenever I write a new fan fiction. Enjoy!

September 18, 1997 - Scruffy and Buzzy, the Geordie twins, were born.

February 24, 1998 - Nicholas was born.

July 10, 1998 - Rosie was born.

March, 2002 - Nicholas visits Ireland. Rosie becomes a Beatles fan.

August, 2003 - Nicholas starts school.

October, 2003 - Rosie starts school.

January, 2006 - Rosie meets and becomes friends with Zack.

May, 2007 - Nicholas meets Bridget...

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The Amazing Escapades of Rosie and Nicholas: The Great Cambridge Treasure Hunt Final Part

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As evening came, the group placed their medals and all of their prizes in the large bag and started the journey back to London. Upon returning, they proceeded to eat dinner. While waiting for the food, Rosie said, "I really enjoyed that treasure hunt, guys. It was magnificent." Nicholas replied, "We enjoyed it, too, darling. And John's retorts to the bullies were very funny and strong at the same time!" "They truly were!" Exclaimed Rosie. John remarked, "I'm glad to know that, me mates. I taught them a valuable lesson as well!" Nicholas replied, "That's for sure!" They shared another high five,...

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The Amazing Escapades of Rosie and Nicholas: The Great Cambridge Treasure Hunt Part 7

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The five friends and the Beatles went inside the Botanical Gardens and saw a large "X" painted in the center. Rosie said, "The treasure is here. Let's dig it up!" With their shovels ready, the group dugged until they finally saw the treasure chest. They then lifted it up from the ground together. After doing a big high five, Rosie exclaimed, "Now that's what I call teamwork! We have found the chest!" Nicholas replied, "We sure did, love! It was a fun quest, too!" John added, "Indeed! Hooray for us!" Now that the treasure hunt was over, it was time for everyone to return to the starting point...

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The Amazing Escapades of Rosie and Nicholas: The Great Cambridge Treasure Hunt Part 6

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Everyone continued their walk to the fourth location where the last key is hidden, which is called The Backs. This place is a series of gardens and parks that line up beside the River Cam. The group made it after ten minutes. Rosie remarked, "I feel like we're in paradise, mates." Nicholas replied, "I do, too, love. It's so lovely and peaceful here!" George added, "It is, indeed!" After searching thoroughly once again, the group found the key underneath one of the flower beds. Rosie exclaimed, "Hooray! We did it! Now, we can find and unlock the treasure!" John replied, "That's right, Rosie!...

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The Amazing Escapades of Rosie and Nicholas: The Great Cambridge Treasure Hunt Part 5

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With their stomachs full and a feeling of satisfaction after finishing lunch, the group left the cafe and resumed their treasure hunt. Nicholas asked, "Where is the third key located, darling?" Rosie replied as she examined the map again, "The third key is found inside the Wren Library, which will take around thirty minutes to walk going there from this point." Nicholas replied, "Okie dokie, mates. To the Wren Library we go!" And that's just what they did. Suddenly, in the middle of their walk, they heard the same mocking laughter again. The group looked around and saw the bullies lying lazily...

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The Amazing Escapades of Rosie and Nicholas: The Great Cambridge Treasure Hunt Part 4

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The next place which the five friends and the Beatles have to stop by in order to get the second key is the Fitzwilliam Museum. Thankfully, there was no sign of the bullies following and taunting them this time. They made it to the museum after a fifteen minute-walk. After claiming the key from the souvenir shop and checking out the items there, Rosie said, "All this walking is making me hungry. Shall we find a place to relax and eat for a while, guys?" Nicholas replied, "Certainly, love." Paul added, "Yes, especially since we need two more keys to collect until we find the treasure." The others...

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The Amazing Escapades of Rosie and Nicholas: The Great Cambridge Treasure Hunt Part 3

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Rosie examined the treasure map as the group walked. In each of the four locations, there is a key ready to be picked up. These keys will be used for unlocking the chest after being uncovered and brought back to the starting point. The first one is in the Arts Theatre. Rosie said, "This shouldn't be very hard to find." Nicholas replied, "Yes. I think we are on the right track." While the group continued walking and enjoying the sights, they heard the sound of mocking laughter just right behind them. It turned out to be coming from one of the competing groups, and they certainly don't seem very...

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The Amazing Escapades of Rosie and Nicholas: The Great Cambridge Treasure Hunt Part 2

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After eating another tasty breakfast, the five friends and the Beatles were on their way to Cambridge. The trip lasted for three hours. Upon arriving, they proceeded to the city square where the treasure hunt was about to start. Several other groups were present, too. They were then given a map and shovels for digging up the chest, which is buried in the fifth and final location. Soon, a surge of thrill and happiness was felt by everyone as the event commenced. Rosie said, "This is going to be so much fun, mates!" Nicholas replied, "It certainly will be, love!" The others nodded in agreement.

TO BE CONTINUED

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The Amazing Escapades of Rosie and Nicholas: The Great Cambridge Treasure Hunt Part 1

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Rosie and Nicholas had completed the second semester's last class and were on their way back to the dorm. As they went downstairs, a poster in the bulletin board caught their attention. Rosie said, "This event sounds exciting! There's going to be a treasure hunt in Cambridge tomorrow. Whoever finds the hidden treasure first will be able to unlock it and win plenty of great prizes and goodies inside!" Nicholas replied, "Splendid! Plus, it's free to join! We should certainly go there and participate, love." "Yes, let's do it!" Exclaimed Rosie. They soon met the Beatles again outside the dormitory...

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