7 Oldies Songs That Didn’t Age Well

Why Do Some Songs Not Age Well?

Why Do Some Songs Not Age Well?

Styles change over time. This we know. Even back in the classical era, composers altered their musical techniques based on the times. Most people have a favorite musical genre. But you may notice that your most-admired bands transition over the years or decades. If your definition of metal includes early-era Black Sabbath, newer artists like The Halo Effect fall too far afield.

#1 Christine Sixteen by KISS

#1 Christine Sixteen by KISS

One of the biggest taboos about rock and roll was the sexual energy rockers brought to the stage. Elvis’ gyrations caused a lot of controversies. In 1956, Santa Cruz, California, instituted a short-lived ban on rock music because of the dancing it inspired.

#2 Brown Sugar by The Rolling Stones

#2 Brown Sugar by The Rolling Stones

Mick Jagger allegedly wrote the lyrics to Brown Sugar in 45 minutes. But it took 50 years for The Rolling Stones to stop playing it. The racist overtones in the song are hard to miss as Jagger sings about slave ships and abuse in the first line.

#3 One in a Million by Guns ‘N Roses

#3 One in a Million by Guns ‘N Roses

The blatant homophobia coupled with racism that makes us run screaming from the jungle. “Immigrants and f*gg*ts, they make no sense to me. They come to our country and think they’ll do as they please.”

#4 Baby, It’s Cold Outside by Frank Loesser

#4 Baby, It’s Cold Outside by Frank Loesser

Written in 1944, Baby, It’s Cold Outside began its life as a parlor song. Composed and performed by Frank Loesser and his wife Lynn Garland at their housewarming party, it was an instant hit.

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