The very first #1 song reported by the Singing News Top 40 monthly chart back in 1970.

Four Large Churches

This group debuted with Josh Cobb on tenor for about a year. That was five tenors ago.

"I walked by the tomb of Buddha."

A Lot of Gospel

There's "no doubt about" this song's popularity. It stayed #1 for 10 months in 1971.

20/10 Sight

At least a dozen of the highest high tenors are alumni of this heavyweight quartet.

"Once there was an old-time preacher
Who had a church on the outskirts of town."

Are You Ready?

The Oak Ridge Boys and the Downings both released this Oct. 1970 #1 hit, written by Gov. Jimmie Davis and Dottie Rambo.

Aurum Township

In its 36-year lifespan, this group only went through 8 tenors. The last one married the bass singer's daughter.

"Long, long time ago
My heart was burdened with sin."

Through the States

The #1 "song" for Nov. 1970 to Jan. 1971 was in fact a comedy bit by this man.

The Princes Listed in the Will

This group is on their eleventh official tenor, and at least one has proven to be quite a precious gem.

"Another town, another place,
A different crowd, a brand new stage."

London

The Happy Goodmans surely had to "Thank God for" this song after being #1 for 8 months off and on between June 1972 and June 1973.

The Small Mountains of Cannabis sativa

Until recently, this long-time quartet sustained only one tenor in its tenure.

"Jesus' feet were growing weary
As He journeyed on His way."

Brand New Feeling