February 28 has seen some incredible moments in music history, especially in the Top 40 genre. Major hits from Simon & Garfunkel and Paul Simon as a solo artist, Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On” reaching No. 1, and Boy George facing tough legal battles highlight this day.
Breakthrough Hits and Milestones
Several iconic songs and albums were released or recognized on February 28:
– 1976: Paul Simon won a GRAMMY for Best Album of the Year with *Still Crazy After All These Years*, following his split from Art Garfunkel.
– 1983: U2 released *War*, their first No. 1 album in the U.K., which also reached No. 12 on the U.S. Billboard 200.
– 1989: The Indigo Girls launched their influential album *Closer to Fine*.
– 1995: Jewel debuted with *Pieces of You*, featuring hits that resonated widely.
– 2000: Oasis released *Standing on the Shoulders of Giants*, selling over 300,000 copies in its first week and hitting No. 1 in the U.K.
Cultural Milestones
This day also marks significant cultural moments:
– 1971: Nigel Godrich was born in London. He became a renowned music producer, working with artists like Radiohead and Paul McCartney.
– 1979: Simon & Garfunkel’s song “Bridge Over Troubled Water” topped the Billboard Hot 100 for six weeks.
– 1996: At the GRAMMYs, Alanis Morissette won four awards, including Album of the Year for *Jagged Little Pill*.
– 1998: Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On” from *Titanic* hit No. 1 for 16 weeks and won an Academy Award.
– 2019: Juice WRLD made waves with his unique style, connecting with fans through his music.
February 28 is a day to celebrate these unforgettable moments in music!
