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THE 200 MOST ESSENTIAL SONGS OF THE 1970s It was the decade of glam, disco, funk, Philly Soul, heavy metal, the singer/songwriter, punk and new wave. Here are the 200 songs that mattered most during the Seventies, in terms of influence, impact and success. To be eligible, the song needed to be released- as a single or on an album- during the years 1970-1979.

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DANCING QUEEN Abba [1976] Swedish hit-makers ABBA had already scored worldwide success with prior singles such as "Waterloo", "Mamma Mia", "I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do" and "S.O.S.". The release of "Dancing Queen" saw the group hit its peak. It topped charts all over the planet, including the elusive #1 position on the US chart. It was Euro-pop's crowning moment. On this, the group infused its unique musical style with the disco sound. Both Agnetha Faltskog and Frida Lyngstad showcase their considerable skill and range. The musical structure seems simple, but on closer inspection, reveals an abundance of wizardry and hooks.