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What was Ricky Nelson's surprise hit in 1972?

  • "Garden Party"

  • "I'm Walkin'"

  • "Travelin' Man"

  • "Hello Mary Lou"

Answer

"Garden Party" was a surprise hit for Ricky Nelson in 1972. It was the first song he had written and recorded in more than 10 years. The song was a reflection on the changing times in the music industry, and how Nelson felt like he had been forgotten by the fans. Despite its melancholic tone, the song was a commercial success, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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