10 Forgotten 1960s Songs That Actually Hit #1

10 #1 hits from the 1960s that once ruled the American charts — but somehow faded from memory. These Forgotten Songs weren’t minor records. Every one of them reached number one. Millions bought them. Radio stations played them everywhere. For a moment, these songs were at the very top of American music. And then… many of them nearly disappeared from the conversation. In this countdown, we’re bringing back 10 Forgotten Songs from the 1960s that climbed all the way to #1. Some came from artists whose names faded with time, while others were enormous hits that simply stopped getting the attention they once had. You may not recognize every title at first. But wait until the music starts — a melody or chorus might bring back a memory you haven’t thought about in decades. And stay until #1, because one of these Forgotten Songs wasn’t just a chart-topper — it became one of the defining hits of its year. How many do you still remember? Share your score and your favorite in the comments, and subscribe for more forgotten hits and musical memories from the golden age of radio. #10 — This Diamond Ring — Gary Lewis & the Playboys #9 — Game of Love — Wayne Fontana and the Mindbenders #8 — Winchester Cathedral — The New Vaudeville Band #7 — Judy in Disguise (With Glasses) — John Fred & His Playboy Band #6 — Green Tambourine — The Lemon Pipers #5 — Kind of a Drag — The Buckinghams #4 — Judy's Turn to Cry — Lesley Gore #3 — The Ballad of the Green Berets — SSgt. Barry Sadler #2 — In the Year 2525 — Zager and Evans #1 — Sugar Shack — Jimmy Gilmer and the Fireballs #forgottensongs #1960smusic #NumberOneHits #60smusic #oldiesmusic