TORONTO – Robin Gibb, co-founder of the Bee Gees died Sunday at the age of 62 from cancer related complications.
With his carefully tended hair, tight trousers and perfect harmonies, Gibb, along with his brothers Maurice and Barry, defined the disco-era. Robin had his fair share of hits both as a Bee Gee and as a solo artist, ruling the airwaves in the 60s, 70s and 80s with catchy ballads.
Globalnews.ca has a top 5 list of some of his most well-known tunes.
I Started a Joke
Penned by Robin, this was the band’s biggest hit in America in the 60s.
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How Can You Mend a Broken Heart
After a short stint at as solo artist, Robin reunited with his brothers for another streak of hits. Taking the lead on this ballad, Robin’s pensive vocals gave the band their first No. 1 U.S hit in 1971.
I Gotta Get a Message to You
Robin’s lead-vocals tell the story of a man awaiting his execution who begs the prison chaplain to pass a final message to his wife. The single from the album Idea peaked at No. 8 in the U.S in 1968.
Love Me
From the album Children of the World, Robin’s falsetto shined on this R&B-esque ballad.
Boys Do Fall in Love
A Top 40 dance number in 1984,the song was viewed as a transition of Robin into the MTV era.
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