In an era of 808s and Auto-Tune, the remind us of a time when a song was built on three chords and the truth. These songs were recorded often in a single take. The vocals weren't perfect; the backing vocalists sometimes missed the cue. But that imperfection is humanity.

("House of the Rising Sun") changed the landscape of the Billboard Hot 100 forever. Essential Tracks for a Top 100 List

Whether you are 16 or 60, the opening piano chord of "Johnny B. Goode" or the bass line of "My Girl" will make you feel something. That is the power of the oldies.

Build the playlist. Turn it up loud. And dance like nobody’s watching—even if you’re just washing the dishes.

Party fuel.