Top of the pops: music's big hits of post-WWII 1945

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The second world war ended in 1945, but it took many years for countries to get back on their feet - at least they still had music to get them through the tough times

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The year 1945 was difficult for everyone. But no matter what hardships they faced, music was always there to bring smiles to people's faces, and distract them from reality, even if just for a few minutes.

We've put together a list of the top tunes to hit the charts after VJ Day. Check it out.

On the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe - Johnny Mercer and the Pied Pipers

 

2 Til The End of Time - Perry Como

 

3 I'll Buy That Dream - Dick Haymes & Helen Forrest 

 

4 I'm Gonna Love That Gal - Perry Como

 

5 Along the Navajo Trail - Roy Rogers

 

6 It's Been a Long, Long Time - Harry James & Kitty Kallen

 

7 Gotta Be This or That - Benny Goodman

 

8 It Might As Well Be Spring - Dick Haymes

 

9 Harlem Nocturne - Johnny Otis 

 

10 I Can't Begin to Tell You - Bing Crosby

 

 

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