The #1 R&B song on May 19, 1946

Hey! Ba-Ba-Re-Bop By Lionel Hampton and his Orchestra

Other #1 songs on May 19, 1946

#1 Hit Song

The Gypsy
The Ink Spots

#1 Country Song

Guitar Polka
Al Dexter

Notable May 19 birthdays in the 1940s

George Hook
Radio Host
Born May 19, 1941

David Helfgott
Pianist
Born May 19, 1947

Romeo Challenger
Drummer
Born May 19, 1950

Pete Townshend
Guitarist
Born May 19, 1945

Fred Neal
Basketball Player
Born May 19, 1942

Chris Chittell
Soap Opera Actor
Born May 19, 1948

Archie Manning
Football Player
Born May 19, 1949