The '50s and '60s had many "silly" songs that became hits. One of my favorites was "Yellow Polka Dot Bikini":
I had a couple 45's by Brian Hyland. But, in the late 60's I believe, he was at a fair in Grand Rapids, MI and I got my picture taken with him. I show my kids and they say "who's Brian Hyland. Yet, I mention Itsy Bitsy, Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini, then they know.
He also sang Dizzy if yo remember that one.
TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
Yet, I mention Itsy Bitsy, Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini, then they know. 
