When thinking about life and society in the past, there are a few decades that have gone by that stick out the most. While every decade is important, some are a little different than others. Things have changed a whole lot over the past 50 or so years. It is pretty crazy to think about how drastically everything has evolved and changed in such a relatively short amount of time. The 1970s were a groovy decade filled with memories to last a lifetime and beyond.

To be more exact, 1973 is a year that many may remember as being particularly memorable. While everyone has their own memories from certain years, there were tons of worldwide events and happenings remembered by plenty. The music was good, with tons of shows to attend and artists to listen to. Dolly Parton released "Jolene." The first American space station was launched and so much more was going on. People were often seen in bell bottoms, clogs, tie-dye and everything funky.

All in all, 1973 was an iconic and special year that brought about so many fond memories, important people, and other classic moments. Here are 27 images showcasing what life was like in 1973.