This Day In Music History - July 30th

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The Colombian singer Shakira presents in Madrid his first fragrance 'S by Shakira', June 2010, 'Palacio Santa Barbara', Madrid, Spain.

In 2006, Shakira's song, "Hips Don't Lie," which featured Wyclef Jean, started a four week run at #1 on the UK singles chart.

In 1986, Variety magazine reported that RCA had dropped John Denver from its roster after the release of his single, "What Are We Making Weapons For." Variety said the song upset the record company's new owner, General Electric, which was one of the largest defense contractors in the United States.

In 1966, The Troggs kicked off a two week run at #1 on the US singles chart with "Wild Thing."

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