1978
in MusicAlbums
12
Artists
11
Milestones
13
Notable Releases
Coffin for Head of State
Fela KutiResponse to the 1977 Kalakuta raid, delivered alongside his mother's coffin to military barracks
Unknown Soldier
Fela KutiCompanion piece to 'Coffin for Head of State' referencing military inquiry into Kalakuta destruction
The Wiz
Diana RossFilm adaptation where Ross played Dorothy, earning a Grammy nomination for the duet 'Ease on Down the Road' with Michael Jackson.
Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?
Rod StewartDisco-tinged crossover hit reaching number one in UK, US, and Canada; controversial but commercially successful
I'm Every Woman
Chaka KhanCrossover disco hit written by Ashford & Simpson that became a No. 1 R&B hit and later famously covered by Whitney Houston.
Three Times a Lady
Lionel RichieMajor hit with The Commodores that peaked at number one and established Richie as a songwriter of romantic soul ballads
Grease (Soundtrack)
Olivia Newton-JohnIconic film soundtrack featuring Newton-John and John Travolta. 'Summer Nights' and 'You're the One That I Want' became massive hits and cultural phenomena.
You're the One That I Want
Olivia Newton-JohnDuet with John Travolta from Grease; one of the best-selling singles of all time.
Hopelessly Devoted to You
Olivia Newton-JohnSolo ballad from Grease soundtrack; showcased her vocal range and emotional delivery.
Significant Milestones
Simultaneous Marriage to 27 Women
AchievementMarried 27 women simultaneously in a highly publicized ceremony marking the Kalakuta attack anniversary and protecting his partners from government harassment.
Final Tour Concert
TourThe Carpenters performed their last concert on September 4 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas before halting touring activities.
