The #1 R&B song on October 12, 1961

Hit the Road Jack By Ray Charles

Other #1 songs on October 12, 1961

#1 Hit Song

Hit the Road Jack
Ray Charles

UK #1 Song

Michael
The Highwaymen

#1 Country Song

Tender Years
George Jones

Notable October 12 birthdays in the 1960s

Charlie Ward
Basketball Player
Born October 12, 1970

Chris Botti
Composer
Born October 12, 1962

Paul Harragon
Rugby Player
Born October 12, 1968

Rupert Gregson-Williams
Composer
Born October 12, 1966

Dina Mired
Prince
Born October 12, 1965

Sally Rogers
TV Actress
Born October 12, 1964

Jose Valentin
Baseball Player
Born October 12, 1969