golden oldie

American  

noun

(sometimes initial capital letters)

1. Informal. something once popular or valued that has retained its appeal or for which interest has been reawakened, especially a popular song or record.

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golden oldie British  

noun

1. Also called: oldie.  something old or long-established, esp a hit record or song that has remained popular or is enjoying a revival

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Etymology

Origin of golden oldie

An Americanism dating back to 1965–70

Example Sentences

Ever since streaming figures were incorporated into the countdown, golden oldies have trampled over contemporary hits every December.

From BBC

There's love, heartbreak and a soundtrack jammed full of the golden oldies.

From BBC

They would visit in his modest cluttered condo and she would listen as he reiterated the golden oldies such as, “Be quick but don’t hurry” and “Failing to prepare is preparing to fail.”

From Los Angeles Times

Also in this year's mix are Brenda Lee's golden oldie Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree and the latest incarnation of Band Aid.

From BBC

I’ve been rereading some golden oldies most recently: “One Hundred Years of Solitude,” “The Three Pillars of Zen” and I’m making my way through “The Complete Sherlock Holmes.”

From Los Angeles Times