The opening notes caught my ears as I walked out of the gas station 2 1/2 weeks ago. I knew the song would lodge itself in my mind and spring to mind at odd times for days, if not weeks, to come. Sure enough...
...I'm thinking about it now. With its Jackson 5-ish vocals, optimistic vibe, and keyboard hook that's nearly impossible to forget, its grip on the listener's mind is probably as firm today as it was in 1971.
Yes, when "One Bad Apple" by The Osmonds enters your mind, expect it to stay there--possibly forever.