Nostalgic or fresh? Great Western pop masterpieces and hit songs from the 1980s
The 1980s transformed music history and had a profound impact on later musicians.
Even those who didn’t live through the era can bask in a sense of nostalgia that feels somehow familiar.
Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Whitney Houston, Cyndi Lauper…
We researched pop hits from the West that defined the ’80s.
From those, we carefully selected the most popular tracks based on reliable feedback from music fans who visit our site.
Find a favorite track and dive in!
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Nostalgic? Or fresh? Great Western pop masterpieces and hit songs of the 80s (71–80)
Here With MeREO Speed Wagon
An uncle-style rock band from Illinois that churned out hits in the ’80s, including “I Can’t Fight This Feeling Any More.” This song is a poignant ballad about continuing to yearn for a departed lover.
Kevin Cronin’s vocals make it a track that really touches the heart.
Radio Ga GaQueen
It’s a late-period masterpiece by the British rock band Queen.
The song has a title that inspired the name Lady Gaga.
It’s also known for a live performance at the legendary 1980s charity concert Band Aid, where it captivated an audience of 72,000.
Sweet Child O’ MineGuns N’ Roses
This is a song with an electrifying guitar riff.
Any guitar kid probably covered it using an instructional book.
Beyond this, Guns N’ Roses released hits like “Paradise City” and “Welcome to the Jungle,” growing into a monster band.
In 2017, they did a dome tour during their Japan visit, showcasing their enduring popularity.
Sister ChristianNight Ranger
Their two ace guitarists’ outstanding technique and the contrasting pop sensibilities of their two vocalists won wide popularity, leading to a string of big hits in the 1980s.
After disbanding once in 1989, they reunited in the 1990s and have continued to work steadily ever since.
Private EyesDaryl Hall & John Oates
Hall & Oates is an American R&B duo.
They are very popular artists in Japan as well.
This song was featured in a digital camera commercial, among others.
In addition to this track, they are also known for hit songs like “Kiss On My List” and “Maneater.”