The term 'Hit Song of 1958' refers to two popular songs from that year: 'Volare' and 'For the First Time'. 'Volare' was written by Domenico Modugno and released in Italy in 1958. It became an international hit, reaching number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and winning the Grammy Award for Record of the Year. 'For the First Time' was written by Kenny Loggins and released in the United States in 1978. It reached number six on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. Both songs remain popular today and are considered classics of the era.