3 Timeless Rock Songs From 1964 That Bring Back Memories of the Old Days

The article looks back at three 1964 rock hits that it says have retained their appeal: “The House of the Rising Sun” by The Animals, Roy Orbison’s “Oh, Pretty Woman” and The Beatles’ “Can’t Buy Me Love”. Each reached number one in the US and UK, helping explain why they remain familiar classics.

“The House of the Rising Sun” draws on an American traditional folk song from the early 20th century and became a major folk-rock hit. “Oh, Pretty Woman” is described as Orbison’s signature song, while “Can’t Buy Me Love” is noted for sounding of its era without feeling stale; both also topped charts in the US, UK and across Europe.