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4 Unforgettable Hard Rock Hits From 1978 That Take Baby Boomers Back in Time
The article highlights four hard rock songs released in 1978 that it says remain evocative for baby boomers: Foreigner’s “Hot Blooded”, Boston’s “Don’t Look Back”, Heart’s “Straight On” and Van Halen’s “Runnin’ With The Devil”. Their chart results show how the year’s popular rock ranged from major Top 5 hits to a track that later became well known despite a modest chart position.
“Hot Blooded” reached No. 3 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and performed similarly in Canada, while “Don’t Look Back” peaked at No. 4. Heart’s disco-influenced “Straight On” reached No. 15, and Van Halen’s “Runnin’ With The Devil” placed at No. 84. The article also notes that Boston’s title track has remained a classic rock radio staple.
In short
- Foreigner’s “Hot Blooded” reached No. 3 in 1978.
- Boston’s “Don’t Look Back” peaked at No. 4.
- Van Halen’s track charted at No. 84.