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01 — Wild Thing No

It is famous for its simple three-chord progression (A, D, and E) and a unique ocarina (flute-like) solo.

"Wild Thing" No. 1 refers to the iconic 1966 hit by the British rock band , which reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100 on July 30, 1966. Originally written by American songwriter Chip Taylor and first recorded by The Wild Ones in 1965, the song became a global phenomenon only after The Troggs' raw, garage-rock rendition. Historical Impact and Chart Performance Wild Thing No 01

One of its most famous performances was by Jimi Hendrix , who famously lit his guitar on fire after playing it at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967. Cultural Legacy It is famous for its simple three-chord progression

The song is legendary not just for its sound, but for a unique legal quirk that saw it reach No. 1 for two different record companies simultaneously. Originally written by American songwriter Chip Taylor and

Easy Wild Thing Guitar Lesson for BEGINNERS // Strumming & Lick