Number 1 Songs in 1920 — UK and US Charts
UK #1
"Swanee"
Al Jolson
Al Jolson was the biggest entertainer of the era. 'Swanee', written by a young George Gershwin, was a massive hit on both sides of the Atlantic in the early days of recorded music.
US #1
"Swanee"
Al Jolson
Originally a flop when debuted by others, Al Jolson's recording of Gershwin's 'Swanee' sold over a million copies, making it one of the first truly massive record hits.
Biggest Films of 1920 — Box Office Hits
The Kid
Box Office: $5.4 million
Though released in January 1921, Charlie Chaplin's 'The Kid' was the sensation bridging both years. The biggest film of 1920 was 'Way Down East' starring Lillian Gish, directed by D.W. Griffith, with a famous ice-floe rescue scene.
Fashion and Style of 1920
Fashion, clothing and visual culture from the era
Architecture and Buildings of 1920
Buildings completed and structures opened in 1920