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It makes sense that "with a bullet" originated from Billboard Magazine, BUT, references as to it's date of origin are grossly misstated. The late radio personality, broadcast worldwide via syndicated networks, Kasey Kasem, was using the phrase on his show in the 1960's.
"... and this week climbing to the number 5 spot with a bullet is The Animals 'House of the Rising Sun'!"
by foralongtime June 3, 2017
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