popular song
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of popular song
First recorded in 1835–45
Example Sentences
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Long before she escaped, Molchanova gave Epstein the code name “mishka,” a Russian term that translates loosely as “little bear”—from a popular song that describes a bear who is a criminal.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 5, 2026
Jolene is her most popular song, having been streamed more than 913 million times on Spotify.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
A closer look at a Beatles deep cut: Did you know that the Beatles’ all-time most popular song never made the charts—and wasn’t even written by John or Paul?
From Slate ● Aug. 21, 2026
The release lands about 40 years after the New Jersey-raised musician appeared in the music video for the popular song.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
They were reminded in a popular song of the times, “If you can’t smile and say yes, please don’t cry and say no.”
From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou
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