Club Hits: Dance music from Western artists that energized the dance floors in the 1980s
80s music is back in the spotlight amid the current revival boom.
The 1980s were a whirlwind of genres, but I can confidently say that dance music best represents the decade’s character.
This time, we’ve selected Western hits from the 80s that lit up disco dance floors.
Unlike today, rock was also popular as a form of dance music back then, and there are plenty of tracks that crank up the voltage.
If you want to boost your mood with nostalgic tunes, please enjoy to the very end.
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[Club Hits] Western dance music that energized the floor in the 1980s (111–120)
I’m in LoveEvelyn King
Anyway, it’s a track with an effectively processed sound that feels great, and its sound design stands out for departing from the traditional string-instrument band sound.
The soulful female vocals are captivating, and together with the beauty of the chorus and the song’s sense of groove, they become key highlights of the piece.
The bass’s dark, black-inspired beat makes it danceable, and the use of rests is quite technical.
All For DownFive Star
A pop/R&B group formed in 1983 by the Pearson siblings.
Riding the wave of the disco boom, they were particularly popular in their home country of the UK.
This is a hit tune from 1985.
While a Janet Jackson–like style was the trend at the time, their clear, cute vocals are delightful.
What Have You Done For Me LatelyJanet Jackson
If you watch the music video, you’ll probably notice that Janet Jackson is the younger sister of the big star Michael Jackson.
With this song, Janet reached No.
1 on the R&B Singles chart for the first time.
Be sure to watch her dance performance—it’s every bit as impressive as her brother’s.
Push ItSalt N’ Pepa
A duo known as Salt & Pepa, consisting of Cheryl James (Salt) and Sandra Denton (Pepa).
This track from their debut album is one of their signature songs.
They later became a trio, and in the ’90s they made a lasting impression by hitting No.
1 on the charts with Whatta Man, a collaboration with En Vogue.
Dancing With MyselfBilly Idol
Billy Joel is a singer-songwriter who gained popularity for his catchy musical style.
He has released many classic songs such as Piano Man and Honesty, but among them, Dancing With Myself is a dance track that became especially popular.
It’s a dance tune distilled into his signature mainstream pop sound—high-energy and irresistibly catchy.
