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The Number One Hits of 1929 |
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| December 1, 1928 – January 25, 1929 Al Jolson There’s A Rainbow Round My Shoulder Al Jolson was one of the most influential performers of the 20th century and played a key role in the acceptance of black music. “There’s A Rainbow Round My Shoulder” was a popular song in the late 1920s and showcased Jolson’s powerful vocal abilities. |
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| January 26, 1929 – February 15, 1929 Guy Lombardo Sweethearts On Parade Guy Lombardo was a Canadian-American bandleader and violinist who formed the Royal Canadians, a popular dance orchestra. “Sweethearts On Parade” was composed by Carmen Lombardo and Charles Newman and became a popular hit for dance orchestras. |
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| February 16, 1929 – March 22, 1929 Gene Austin Carolina Moon Gene Austin was a popular singer and songwriter during the 1920s and 1930s, known for his warm and expressive vocal style. “Carolina Moon” was written by Joe Burke and Benny Davis and was a sentimental ballad that resonated with audiences. |
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| March 23, 1929 – April 19, 1929 George Olson A Precious Little Thing Called Love George Olson was a prominent bandleader and recording artist during the 1920s and 1930s, known for his danceable jazz tunes. Written by Lou Davis and J. Fred Coots, “A Precious Little Thing Called Love” was a catchy tune that became popular with dance bands. |
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| April 20, 1929 – June 14, 1929 Rudy Vallee Honey Rudy Vallee was an American singer, bandleader, and actor who popularized the “crooner” style of singing during the 1920s and 1930s. “Honey” was a sweet and sentimental song composed by Seymour Simons, Haven Gillespie, and Richard A. Whiting. |
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| June 15, 1929 – July 12, 1929 Leo Reisman The Wedding Of The Painted Doll Leo Reisman was a well-known violinist and bandleader in the 1920s and 1930s, whose orchestra was a fixture at the Waldorf Astoria. “The Wedding Of The Painted Doll” was written by Nacio Herb Brown and Arthur Freed and was featured in the 1929 musical film “Broadway Melody.” |
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| July 13, 1929 – August 9, 1929 Bob Haring and the Copley Plaza Orchestra Pagan Love Song Bob Haring was an American bandleader whose orchestra, the Copley Plaza Orchestra, was popular during the 1920s and 1930s. “Pagan Love Song” was composed by Arthur Freed and Nacio Herb Brown and was known for its exotic and romantic melody. |
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| August 10, 1929 – August 30, 1929 Cliff “Ukelele Ike” Edwards Singin’ In The Rain Cliff Edwards, known as “Ukelele Ike,” was an influential American singer and voice actor who popularized the ukulele. “Singin’ In The Rain” was composed by Nacio Herb Brown and Arthur Freed and later became the title song of the iconic 1952 movie musical. |
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| August 31, 1929 – October 4, 1929 Al Jolson Little Pal Al Jolson, often called “The World’s Greatest Entertainer,” pioneered jazz and blues music to white audiences. “Little Pal” was written by Al Jolson, B.G. DeSylva, and Ray Henderson and became a popular song in Jolson’s repertoire. |
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| October 5, 1929 – October 18, 1929 Ethel Waters Am I Blue? Ethel Waters was a groundbreaking African American singer and actress who gained fame for her blues, jazz, and gospel performances. “Am I Blue?” was composed by Harry Akst and Grant Clarke and became a signature song for Waters, showcasing her emotional depth. |
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| October 19, 1929 – December 27, 1929 Nick Lucas Tip Toe Through The Tulips Nick Lucas, known as “The Crooning Troubadour,” was a successful American singer and guitarist with a unique high tenor voice. “Tip Toe Through The Tulips” was written by Al Dubin and Joe Burke and became one of Lucas’s biggest hits, known for its catchy melody. |
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| December 26, 1929 – January 10, 1930 Paul Whiteman Great Day Paul Whiteman, known as the “King of Jazz,” was an American bandleader and innovator who played a key role in popularizing jazz. “Great Day” was composed by Vincent Youmans, Billy Rose, and Edward Eliscu and became a popular tune for Whiteman’s orchestra. |
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The Biggest Pop Artists of 1929 include: Charts based on Billboard music charts. |
