As recorded by billboard for August, 1974
Ever wonder what song was number one was in August, 1974? Below we show you what songs were number one on the billboard Album Chart, Pop Chart and R&B Chart.
Week one of August
Album Chart: Elton John was in his 4th. week at the top spot on the Album chart with, Caribou.
Pop Chart: John Denver was in his second week at the #1 slot on the Pop chart with, Annie's Song.
R&B Chart: Roberta Flack took over the #1 position on the R&B chart with, Feel Like Making Love.
Week two of August
Album Chart: John Denver jumped to the #1 spot on the Album chart with, Back Home Again.
Pop Chart: Roberta Flack took over the top spot on the Pop chart with, Feel Like Making Love.
R&B Chart: Roberta Flack was in her second week at the #1 position on the R&B chart with, Feel Like Making Love.
Week three of August
Album Chart: Eric Clapton jumped to the #1 spot on the Album chart with, 461 Ocean Boulevard.
Pop Chart: Paper Lace hit the #1 slot on the Pop chart with, The Night Chicago Died.
R&B Chart: Roberta Flack was in her 3rd. week at the top position on the R&B chart with, Feel Like Making Love.
Week four of August
Album Chart: Eric Clapton was in his 2nd. week at the top spot on the Album chart with, 461 Ocean Boulevard.
Pop Chart: Paul Anka jumped to the #1 position on the Pop chart with, You're Having My Baby.
R&B Chart: Roberta Flack was in week 4 at the top slot of the R&B chart with, Feel Like Making Love.
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