Boston's Number One Hits: More Than a Feeling, But Not Quite a Dominion
Ah, Boston. The band that brought us soaring guitar riffs, Brad Delp's unforgettable vocals, and enough cowbell to milk a small herd. But when it comes to topping the charts, things get a little... well, let's just say they weren't exactly chart-dominating juggernauts.
A Tale of Two Albums (and One Lonely Single)
Boston may be legendary for their self-titled debut album, a commercial juggernaut that spawned classics like "More Than a Feeling" and "Peace of Mind." This bad boy peaked at number three on the Billboard chart, a highly respectable showing, but not quite the penthouse suite.
Then came the question on everyone's mind: could they recapture that lightning in a bottle? Enter their sophomore effort, aptly titled "Don't Look Back." This time, they did just that, with the album hitting number one and proving they weren't a one-hit wonder.
But here's the plot twist: it took eight whole years for their next studio album, "Third Stage." This time, however, they weren't just back, they were on top, with both the album and the single "Amanda" reaching the coveted number one spot.
So, the final tally? Two number one albums and one chart-topping single. Not bad for a band known for taking their sweet time between releases.
The Hits That Almost Were
Let's not forget some of their other iconic tracks that flirted with the top spot but never quite made it. "Foreplay/Long Time" and "Don't Look Back" (the song, not the album) both cracked the top five, but chart destiny just wasn't in the cards that time.
But hey, who needs number ones when you have legions of fans singing along to your power ballads in showers across the globe?
Frequently Asked Questions (Because We Know You Have Them)
How to listen to Boston's greatest hits?
Blast those eardrums with their self-titled debut or the aptly named "Greatest Hits" compilation.
How to time travel back to the 70s and experience Boston live?
Unfortunately, that technology isn't quite there yet. But you can crank up the volume and pretend your living room is a sold-out arena.
How to convince your significant other that Boston is a lyrical masterpiece?
Maybe focus on the catchy melodies first. Lyrics are debatable, but headbanging is universal.
How to play "More Than a Feeling" on air guitar like a rockstar?
Practice that windmill motion and channel your inner Tom Scholz. Air guitar mastery not guaranteed, but fun is.
How to explain to your kids who Boston is?
They're the band with the song about feeling more than a feeling. Bonus points if you can recreate the cowbell part with household items.
