As of September 6, 2022, twelve artists have achieved the remarkable feat of placing top 10 songs on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in four or more decades. This elite group is led by Andy Williams and Michael Jackson, who have achieved top 10 placements in five decades each.
Andy Williams is an American singer and entertainer who has achieved top 10 hits in the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. His most successful single was “Moon River,” which reached number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1961. He has also achieved success with songs such as “Can’t Get Used to Losing You,” “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” and “Love Story.”
Michael Jackson is an American singer, songwriter, and dancer who achieved top 10 placements in the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s. His most successful single was “Thriller,” which reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1983. He has also achieved success with songs such as “Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” and “Man in the Mirror.”
The other artists who have achieved top 10 placements in four or more decades are Elvis Presley, Madonna, Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, Elton John, Mariah Carey, The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Whitney Houston, and George Strait.
Elvis Presley is an American singer and actor who achieved top 10 placements in the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. His most successful single was “Heartbreak Hotel,” which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1956. He has also achieved success with songs such as “Jailhouse Rock,” “Love Me Tender,” and “Suspicious Minds.”
Madonna is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who achieved top 10 placements in the 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s. Her most successful single was “Like a Prayer,” which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1989. She has also achieved success with songs such as “Vogue,” “Music,” and “4 Minutes.”
Stevie Wonder is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who achieved top 10 placements in the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. His most successful single was “Superstition,” which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1972. He has also achieved success with songs such as “Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours,” “You Are the Sunshine of My Life,” and “I Just Called to Say I Love You.”
The Beatles are an English rock band who achieved top 10 placements in the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. Their most successful single was “Hey Jude,” which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1968. They have also achieved success with songs such as “Yesterday,” “Let It Be,” and “Come Together.”
Elton John is an English singer, songwriter, and pianist who achieved top 10 placements in the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s. His most successful single was “Candle in the Wind 1997,” which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1997. He has also achieved success with songs such as “Your Song,” “Crocodile Rock,” and “Can You Feel the Love Tonight.”
Mariah Carey is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who achieved top 10 placements in the 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s. Her most successful single was “We Belong Together,” which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2005. She has also achieved success with songs such as “Fantasy,” “Always Be My Baby,” and “Hero.”
The Rolling Stones are an English rock band who achieved top 10 placements in the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. Their most successful single was “Angie,” which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1973. They have also achieved success with songs such as “Satisfaction,” “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” and “Start Me Up.”
Paul McCartney is an English singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who achieved top 10 placements in the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. His most successful single was “Say Say Say,” which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1983. He has also achieved success with songs such as “Maybe I’m Amazed,” “Live and Let Die,” and “My Love.”
Whitney Houston is an American singer and actress who achieved top 10 placements in the 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s. Her most successful single was “I Will Always Love You,” which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1992. She has also achieved success with songs such as “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” “How Will I Know,” and “I Have Nothing.”
George Strait is an American country music singer who achieved top 10 placements in the 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s. His most successful single was “The Chair,” which reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1985. He has also achieved success with songs such as “Amarillo by Morning,” “The Fireman,” and “All My Ex’s Live in Texas.”
These twelve artists have achieved an impressive feat of having top 10 placements on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in four or more decades. They have all made a lasting impact on the music industry and will continue to do so for many years to come.
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