Where can I find a list of the hit songs of the 1940's?

Question

I'm thinking of Benie Goodwin, as one artist. I was humming a song tonight on the way home, and now I can't recall it. It's maddening! The Internet has too much information. I'm looking for a simple list of popular hits; both Broadway, and those featured during World War II.

Answer 1

I couldn't find an official list, but there's a CD on Amazon.com that is called "No. 1 Hits of the 1940s". It has artist such as Benny Goodman, Doris Day, and The Three Flames. Here's the link.

http://www.shop.com/op/~No_1_Hits_Of_The_1940s_CD_(Various_Artists)-prod-37198252

Answer 2

billboard charts?

theyre on itunes just go to the music store and press billboard charts then go back as far as it will let you

not sure if it goes back to the 40s but its worth a look

Answer 3

http://ntl.matrix.com.br/pfilho/html/top40/index.html

There you go! It's a list of hit songs from 1930 to 1998...pretty awesome site.

Answer 4

Hope this helps

http://www.guitarplace.com/BB142.html