The campy gay-influenced late 70's disco group called the Village People had three top 40 hits. One was "YMCA." What were the other two?

Beyond their iconic anthem "YMCA," the Village People solidified their place in late 1970s disco with two other memorable singles that landed in the Billboard Hot 100's Top 40. These were "Macho Man" and "In the Navy." "Macho Man" was actually the group's first charting hit in the United States, reaching number 25 on the Hot 100 in September 1978. Its infectious beat and celebration of masculinity quickly became a fan favorite.

Following the immense success of "YMCA," which peaked at number two, "In the Navy" continued the group's trend of upbeat, community-themed anthems. Released in 1979, this track became the Village People's final top 10 hit in the United States, climbing to number three on the charts. The song even garnered attention from the actual United States Navy, who initially considered using it for a recruiting campaign and provided assistance in filming a music video on a naval base. However, the campaign was ultimately dropped due to objections from conservative taxpayers.

The Village People, formed in 1977 by French producers Jacques Morali and Henri Belolo with lead singer Victor Willis, were designed to embody various "macho" gay fantasy personas, featuring characters like the cowboy, policeman, construction worker, and Native American. Their vibrant costumes and suggestive lyrics, combined with catchy disco tunes, allowed them to become a cultural phenomenon. They not only provided engaging dance music but also brought visibility and celebrated diversity within the LGBTQ+ culture during a pivotal time.