Joel Whitburn Presents Top R & B/hip-hop Singles, 1942-2004The only complete history of Billboard's "Hot RandB/Hip-Hop Singles" chart, this book by Joel Whitburn is a mammoth monument to one of America's most beloved music styles. All the chart hits are here with complete with in-depth chart data, essential artist information and much, much more! Arranged by artist, this authorized Billboard Chart book includes everything from the the early RandB bands, doo-wop groups, sweet soul singers, hot funk unites, sexy divas and the hottest hip-hop stars of today. Each listing has a bio summary and then shows peak chart position, chart debut date, total weeks charted for every song that cracked the charts. Over 4,400 artists and nearly 20,000 song titles. |
Contents
Synopsis Of Billboards RB Singles Charts | 7 |
Whats New With This Edition | 13 |
ARTIST SECTION | 19 |
Copyright | |
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