What was number 1 hit on January 20 1974?

On January 20, 1974, the number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart was "Time in a Bottle" by Jim Croce. The song, which reflects on the themes of love and the desire to preserve moments in time, became one of Croce's most popular tracks. It was released in 1972 and gained significant popularity following his untimely death in 1973.