Earth, Wind & Fire's greatest hits

In this July 7, 2003 file photo, Maurice White of Earth, Wind, & Fire appears at an induction ceremony at the Hollywood Rock Walk in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. AP

Click through to take a look back at Earth, Wind & Fire's highest charting songs following the passing of founding member Maurice White, who died Wednesday at age 74.

"Boogie Wonderland":

Earth, Wind & Fire performs, more than four decades after the band was formed by Maurice White. CBS News

Inspired by the film "Looking For Mr. Goodbar," Earth, Wind & Fire teamed up with The Emotions for this 1979 disco hit that reached No. 6 on the Billboard singles chat. The groovy tune was later featured in such movies as "Caddyshack," ''Happy Feet" and The Mirror Has Two Faces."

"Sing a Song"

Maurice White of the band "Earth, Wind and Fire" sings during the 15th annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction dinner in New York March 6. "Earth, Wind and Fire" were inducted into the Hall during the ceremony. Reuters

White produced and wrote with Al McKay this peppy 1975 track that peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard singles chart. He said the genesis of "Sing a Song" was completely unintentional. Earth, Wind & Fire actually came up with the song while goofing around during a sound check.

"Let's Groove"

Earth Wind and Fire attend the 41st Annual Songwriters Hall of Fame Ceremony at The New York Marriott Marquis on June 17, 2010 in New York City. Getty Images/Larry Busacca

With catchy lyrics and an unforgettable bassline, White and Earth Wind & Fire proved disco wasn't totally dead with this 1981 smash that reached No. 3 on the Billboard singles chart. The trippy music video for "Let's Groove" famously featured the band decked out in colorful space suits.

"After the Love Has Gone"

Musicians Maurice White, left, and Verdine White of Earth, Wind & Fire attend the Sony Music Entertainment 2015 Post-Grammy Reception at The Palm on February 8, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. Jesse Grant

White produced this 1979 slow jam written by David Foster, Jay Graydon, and Bill Champlin. The iconic tune earned Earth, Wind & Fire the Grammy for the best R&B performance by a duo or group with vocals. "After the Love Has Gone" reached No. 2 on the Billboard singles chart.

"Shining Star"

The band Earth Wind and Fire performs in concert in Bethlehem, Pa., Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008. AP/The Express-Times, Joe Gill

Earth, Wind & Fire achieved their biggest success with this 1975 funk classic that rocketed to No. 1 on the Billboard singles chart. White was inspired to write the song while gazing into the sky during on an evening stroll when the band was recording the album "That's the Way of the World."