[Definitive Edition] Masterpieces and Hit Songs of 80s Disco

What kind of sound comes to mind when you think of disco?

Motown, perhaps?

This time, I researched the music that was popular in discos in the 1980s.

In the 1970s, disco was mostly dominated by funk and soul, but once the ’80s arrived, the rise of synthesizers led to a new wave of sounds becoming popular.

From among those, I carefully selected the tracks that were especially popular.

If you’re thinking, “I want to dig deep into disco music from here on out!” be sure to use this as a reference.

It’s come full circle—listening now, it feels fresh and incredibly cool.

Playlist

[Definitive Edition] Masterpieces and Hit Songs of 80s Disco
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)Dead Or Alive		Representative Eurobeat song of the ’80s, influenced by David Bowie
2	Let’s GrooveEarth, Wind & Fire		A god-tier track of disco, pop, and funk!
3	FootlooseKenny Loggins		A vibrant, energetic dance tune that epitomizes the 1980s
4	Club TropicanaWham!		Freedom and liberation envisioned in a tropical resort
5	And The Beat Goes OnThe Whispers		An iconic song that sees heartbreak in a positive light, with a rhythm that resonates with the heart.
6	Let’s DanceDavid Bowie		David Bowie's representative songs of the 1980s
7	BreakoutSwing Out Sister		An iconic 80s synth-pop track with a sleek, fast-paced sound
8	Uptown GirlBilly Joel		A love story between a young worker and an upper-class woman
9	Karma ChameleonCulture Club		Hit songs and influence of Culture Club
10	Private EyesDaryl Hall & John Oates		A famous hit from the 80s, a well-known song in Hawaii
11	Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)Eurythmics		High-quality musicality from an '80s British duo
12	SuperstitionStevie Wonder		Stevie Wonder's classic song
13	Material GirlMadonna		Madonna’s signature song that expresses materialism
14	VenusBananarama		A signature hit of Bananarama from the 1980s
15	Give Me the NightGeorge Benson		A monumental work of dance music, Benson’s classic
16	Billie JeanMichael Jackson		Michael Jackson’s hit song “Thriller”
17	I Feel for YouChaka Khan		A masterpiece where synths and rap are in harmony
18	I’m a WandererMisabella		80s disco, a dance track with resonant synths
19	Never Ending StoryLimahl		A masterpiece that portrays the contrast between dreams and reality
20	CongaGloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine		A fusion song of Latin music and pop
21	Big LoveFleetwood Mac		A classic song by Fleetwood Mac
22	1999Prince		Prince’s innovative 80s masterpiece
23	Don’t You Want MeHuman League		A classic 80s techno song by Human League
24	Let The Music PlayShannon		A danceable track brimming with the charm of synths
25	Holding out for a HeroCarl Wave		A moving song with an ’80s disco sound
26	Can’t Take My Eyes Off YouBoys Town Gang		Expressing the thrilling feeling of love in an 80s disco classic
27	Dschinghis KhanGenghis Khan		An impressive musical piece depicting a Mongolian hero
28	Jungle LoveThe Time		A dance tune brimming with jungle vibes
29	Ai No CorridaQuincy Jones		A captivating song with guitar rhythms and an impressive vocal.
30	FameIrene Cara		Theme song of the movie “Fame,” an Academy Award-winning track
31	I Heard a RumourBananarama		A dance track brimming with the charm of 80s electro
32	Can’t Stop the MusicVillage People		Village People’s classic songs and movies
33	What A FeelingIrene Cara		The iconic song from the film Flashdance in the 1980s
34	Take on Mea-ha		A classic, disco-style song with a sense of speed
35	CelebrationKool and The Gang		Captivating music of the 80s disco
36	ParadiseChange		An iconic hit from the 80s disco era
37	RelaxFrankie Goes To Hollywood		A passionate and captivating classic from the ’80s
38	It’s Raining MenThe Weather Girls		A thrilling disco tune from the '80s
39	Rhythm NationJanet Jackson		Janet Jackson’s Rhythm Nation
40	Pefect KissNew Order		A band song with captivating electronic tones
41	Rock the CasbahThe Clash		A historically significant message song by a punk band
42	Undercover Of The NightThe Rolling Stones		The depth of dance rock imbued with political undertones
43	(Wish I Could Fly Like) SupermanThe Kinks		The Kinks’ disco rock, exhilarating music
44	I’m So ExcitedThe Pointer Sisters		A classic hit by a sister duo—funky and captivating.
45	High EnergyEvelyn Thomas		Dance hit song by Evelyn Thomas
46	Video Killed The Radio StarThe Buggles		A cute and refreshing classic, loved around the world.
47	PhysicalOlivia Newton-John		Newton-John’s danceable disco song
48	Night Birdsshakatak		A masterpiece by a fusion band—the keyboards are incredible!
49	Do You Wanna Funk?Patrick Cowley		Sylvester’s 80s electro dance track
50	Funky TownLipps Inc		Steven, who transitioned from being a wedding DJ…
51	Brother LouieModern Talking		Hit songs of the 80s, classic masterpieces depicting love
52	Never Gonna Give You UpRick Astley		Classic dance music hits of the '80s
53	Give It To Me BabyRick James		Rick James's signature dance track
54	Owner of a Lonely HeartYES		A classic hit from Yes in the ’80s, immensely popular.
55	I Should Be So LuckyKYLIE MINOGUE		A breezy 80s disco hit
56	She Works Hard For The Money – Single VersionDonna Summer		Donna Summer’s signature song, an iconic 80s disco track
57	Telephone OperatorPete Shelley		A wild track with a pleasantly soothing synthesizer
58	Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)ABBA		ABBA's popular song becomes a worldwide hit.
59	Upside DownDiana Ross		Diana Ross’s funky classic
60	99 LuftballonsNena		A prayer for peace, a classic of 80s synth-pop
61	All Night Long (All Night)Lionel Richie		Lionel Richie's music that represents the 1980s
62	Here I AmDynasty		Sophisticated urban disco music
63	Call MeBlondie		That one-of-a-kind sound—cool and edgy…
64	A Night To RememberShalamar		A milestone in 80s dance hits
65	PassionTHE FLIRTS		The Flirts’ sophisticated dance music
66	Wake Me up Before You Go-GoWham!		Iconic Wham! hits from the ’80s and their captivating musicality
67	Burn Rubber On MeGap Band		The Gap Band’s signature funk classic
68	Take your time (Do it right)The SOS Band		A classic hit by an R&B group that represents the ’80s
69	Tarzan BoyBaltimora		An iconic anthem of the disco scene, celebrating freedom
70	Lady (You Bring Me Up)Commodores		A love song that resonates in the heart, restoring brilliance to life
71	WordsF.R David		A classic love confession driven by synths
72	It’s a SinBetty Bitter		Futuristic sound of synths and vocals
73	Come On EileenDexys Midnight Runners		An iconic song of the ’80s, music of hope and passion
74	Super FreakRick James		Rick James's classic, a super famous funk track
75	GloriaLaura Branigan		Laura Branigan's hit song was originally by an Italian singer.
76	Give It UpKC and The Sunshine Band		Disco classic, a passionate love melody