Mary Hopkin - Those were the Days - Paul McCartney takes Boris Fomin's 1925 song and transforms it into a timeless classic | 1960s Music Originals

On this day in 1968, MARY HOPKIN released the single, THOSE WERE THE DAYS (Aug 30, 1968) "Those Were the Days" marked the launch of a promising career and a significant moment for Apple Records. The song, with its nostalgic lyrics and memorable melody, quickly became a global hit, showcasing Mary Hopkin's crystalline soprano voice and Paul McCartney's production skills. The origins of "Those Were the Days" are steeped in musical history, tracing back to a Russian romance song called "Dorogoi dli