🏆 Chart Week: August 24, 1963
🎵 #1 Song: “Fingertips – Pt. 2” by Little Stevie Wonder
⏱ Weeks at #1: Week 3 of 3
🎤 A Moment in Music History
By late August 1963, “Fingertips – Pt. 2” held the #1 spot for a third consecutive week, completing one of the most exciting runs of the year.
A live recording topping the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks was rare—and unforgettable.
📊 Billboard Hot 100 – Top 5 Songs (August 24, 1963)
- “Fingertips – Pt. 2” – Little Stevie Wonder
- “My Boyfriend’s Back” – The Angels
- “So Much in Love” – The Tymes
- “Surf City” – Jan and Dean
- “Easier Said Than Done” – The Essex
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🎧 About the Song
By its third week at #1, “Fingertips – Pt. 2” had become one of the most talked-about songs in the country.
Its live performance energy, harmonica playing, and audience interaction gave it a unique and unforgettable sound.
🏆 Why It Stayed at #1 (Final Week)
Holding the top spot for a third week came down to:
- A high-energy live performance
- A unique concert-style recording
- Continued heavy radio airplay
- Strong listener excitement and replay value
It didn’t just play—it electrified.
📊 Chart Impact & Legacy
With three weeks at #1, the song became:
- The breakout hit for Little Stevie Wonder
- One of the most famous live recordings in chart history
- A defining moment in early Motown success
🎶 Final Thoughts
The final week at #1 confirmed that “Fingertips – Pt. 2” was more than just a hit—it was an experience.
Its energy, spontaneity, and raw performance made it one of the most unique chart-toppers of its time.