🎵 #1 Song This Week
“Stay” – Maurice Williams & the Zodiacs
- Weeks at #1: 1 (first week of 1)
- A short, energetic doo-wop hit
- One of the shortest songs ever to reach #1
👉 “Stay” jumped to #1 with its catchy, high-energy style—despite running just over a minute long.
🔝 Top 5 Songs – November 21, 1960
- Stay – Maurice Williams & the Zodiacs
- Georgia on My Mind – Ray Charles
- You Talk Too Much – Joe Jones
- The Twist – Chubby Checker
- Save the Last Dance for Me – The Drifters
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🎶 What Was Happening This Week
- Doo-wop returned to the top of the charts
- Short, catchy songs proved they could dominate
- The charts continued to reflect a wide mix of styles
🧠 Why This Chart Week Matters
This week represents:
- One of the shortest #1 songs in history
- A standout moment for doo-wop music
- The unpredictable nature of the Billboard Hot 100
🎯 Snapshot of the Moment
By late November 1960:
- The charts were highly competitive and changing quickly
- Different styles—soul, pop, doo-wop—were all reaching #1
- Unique songs could still break through in a big way
At the top was “Stay” by Maurice Williams & the Zodiacs, delivering a brief but unforgettable moment at #1.