Love songs in Western music that were hits in the 1980s. World-famous classics and popular tracks.
The 1980s—a decade that gave birth to countless masterpieces.
Many of the hit songs from that era were incredibly impactful and are still used across various media today.
This time, we’re introducing works that became mega-hits in the ’80s!
We’ve picked selections from a wide range of genres—R&B, rock, pop, and more—so you’re sure to find a favorite.
Even if you didn’t grow up in the ’80s, there are plenty of songs you’ll recognize, especially if you’re in your teens or twenties.
Young listeners, be sure to check them out!
Playlist
| Love songs in Western music that were hits in the 1980s. World-famous classics and popular tracks. | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Open ArmsJourney | play_arrow | The band Journey, which was hugely active in the 1980s, … |
| 2east | Time After TimeCyndi Lauper | play_arrow | A singer-songwriter who gained popularity for their distinctive high-pitched voice... |
| 3east | Part Time LoverStevie Wonder | play_arrow | …the New Soul boom of the 1970s… |
| 4east | Saving All My Love for YouWhitney Houston | play_arrow | A warm vocal tone and a steady vocal performa… |
| 5east | Can’t Fight This FeelingREO Speed Wagon | play_arrow | Catchy lyrics and heart-piercing emotion... |
| 6east | Every Breath You TakeThe Police | play_arrow | The legendary rock band, The Police. The 1970s... |
| 7east | Take On Mea-ha | play_arrow | A three-piece synth po… from Norway |
| 8east | Say You Say MeLionel Richie | play_arrow | As a member of the Commodores in the 1970s… |
| 9east | Sweet DreamsEurythmics | play_arrow | The British musical duo, Eurythmics… |
| 10east | Never Gonna Give You UpRick Astley | play_arrow | The British singer-songwriter, Ri... |
| 11east | I Was Born To Love YouQueen | play_arrow | A legendary band that left many masterpieces in this world... |
| 12east | Crazy For YouMadonna | play_arrow | From the late 1980s through the 1990s, 20… |
| 13east | With or Without YouU2 | play_arrow | The band that holds the record for the most Grammy Awards, U... |
| 14east | Uptown GirlBilly Joel | play_arrow | A singer-songwriter from the Bronx,… |
| 15east | Holding Out For A HeroBonnie Tyler | play_arrow | She gained popularity for her distinctive husky voice, and... |
| 16east | nothing gonna change my love for youGuren Medeirosu | play_arrow | 「nothing gonna chang… |
| 17east | Purple RainPrince | play_arrow | R&B, rock, soul, funk, and more, sa... |
| 18east | Eye Of The TigerSurvivor | play_arrow | A boxing-themed film, Rocky... |
| 19east | Eternal Flamebanguruzu | play_arrow | "Eternal Flame" is 1989... |
| 20east | ThrillerMichael Jackson | play_arrow | Loved as the King of Pop in many countries… |
| 21east | Karma ChameleonCulture Club | play_arrow | A pop music group formed in London... |
| 22east | Let’s GrooveEarth, Wind & Fire | play_arrow | Funk music and disco mus… |
| 23east | Straight From The HeartBryan Adams | play_arrow | 「Straight From The H… |
| 24east | One More NightPhil Collins | play_arrow | "One More Night" is, 19... |
| 25east | Making Love Out Of Nothing At AllAir Supply | play_arrow | 「Making Love Out Of … |
| 26east | AloneHeart | play_arrow | "Alone" was released by Heart in 1987... |
| 27east | Hard to Say I’m SorryCHICAGO | play_arrow | 「Hard to Say I’m Sor… |
| 28east | Oh SherrieSutību Perī | play_arrow | "Oh Sherrie" is Steve... |
| 29east | You Got It AllThe Jets | play_arrow | "You Got It All" is from 198… |
| 30east | Take My Breath AwayBerlin | play_arrow | 「Take My Breath Away… |
| 31east | waiting for a girl like youForeigner | play_arrow | 「waiting for a girl … |
| 32east | I Miss YouKlymaxx | play_arrow | "I Miss You" was re... in 1985. |
| 33east | I Like ChopinGazebo | play_arrow | "I Like Chopin" is, 198... |
| 34east | The Best Of TimesStyx | play_arrow | “The Best Of Times” is… |
| 35east | You’re the InspirationCHICAGO | play_arrow | Gently wrapped in eternal love and gratitude… |
| 36east | AlwaysAtlantic Starr | play_arrow | “Always” is Atlantic Sta... |
| 37east | JoannaKool and The Gang | play_arrow | "Joanna" is by Kool & The… |
| 38east | TrulyLionel Richie | play_arrow | Speaking of 80s love songs, Lionel... |
| 39east | Every Little Thing She Does Is MagicThe Police | play_arrow | A poignant unrequited-love classic, a love song that resonates with the heart |
| 40east | Almost ParadiseMaiku Reno & An Uiruson | play_arrow | “Almost Paradise” is 19… |
| 41east | Up Where We BelongJoe Cocker & Jennifer Warnes | play_arrow | 「Up Where We Belong」… |


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