golden oldie

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.

golden oldie

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of golden oldie¹

An Americanism dating back to 1965–70