The #1 song on May 23, 1955

Cherry Pink (and Apple Blossom White) By Perez Prado

Other #1 songs on May 23, 1955

UK #1 Song

Cherry Pink (and Apple Blossom White)
Eddie Calvert

#1 R&B Song

Unchained Melody
Roy Hamilton

#1 Country Song

In the Jailhouse Now
Webb Pierce

Notable May 23 birthdays in the 1950s

John Quinones
TV Show Host
Born May 23, 1952

Leee John
Soul Singer
Born May 23, 1957

Patricia McCormick
Journalist
Born May 23, 1956

Lea DeLaria
Comedian
Born May 23, 1958

Fran McCaffery
Basketball Coach
Born May 23, 1959

Linden Ashby
Movie Actor
Born May 23, 1960

Marvin Hagler
Boxer
Born May 23, 1954

Rick Fenn
Guitarist
Born May 23, 1953