Legendary Western rock masterpieces and hit songs of the 80s
Aerosmith, Queen, Bon Jovi, Van Halen, David Bowie, Ozzy Osbourne, AC/DC…
From the legendary Western rock that defined the 1980s, here are the classic and hit tracks recommended by our studio staff.
It’s a mighty playlist by rock giants who rewrote the history of music worldwide.
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Legendary 80s Western rock masterpieces and hit songs (71–80)
You May Be RightBilly Joel
From the image of a stylish, urban-sounding songwriter who had hits in the late ’70s with ‘The Stranger’ and ’52nd Street,’ he made a sharp turn with 1980’s ‘Glass Houses,’ showcasing a new side with a sound strongly rooted in American rock.
Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now)Phil Collins
In the 1980s, Phil Collins was hugely successful not only as Genesis’s drummer but also as a songwriter.
This song is a love ballad written as the theme for the film “Against All Odds,” and it became his biggest hit, earning him a Grammy Award.
Owner of a Lonely HeartYES
This is a superbly danceable dance-rock number by the British progressive rock band Yes.
Its unforgettable sound fuses razor-sharp guitar riffs with the then state-of-the-art sampler’s orchestral hits.
The song is an anthem for those carrying lonely hearts, packed with a powerful message: don’t fear the future—forge your own path.
Its perspective is unique: loneliness isn’t a bad thing; it’s far better than having your heart shattered.
Released in October 1983, the track appears on the classic album 90125 and was also featured in a Toyota commercial.
If you’re looking to surrender to the groove and enjoy a party night, this one’s perfect!
About A GirlNirvana
Nirvana, the band that emerged from Washington State in the late ’80s and brought a fresh breeze to the music scene.
Contrary to the intense sound typically associated with grunge, this track resonates with a poppy, beautiful melody reminiscent of the Beatles.
The small misunderstandings and frustrations of living with a partner come through painfully in Kurt Cobain’s languid yet gentle voice.
Included on their 1989 debut album Bleach, some may have discovered it through the 1994 acoustic live recording.
It’s a song that, when listened to at a time when a relationship has started to feel “normal,” can make you realize anew just how much the other person means to you.
Holding Out For A HeroBonnie Tyler
This is a song that became a major hit on the soundtrack of the 1984 film Footloose, sung by a female vocalist from Wales.
It was included on her sixth album, Secret Dreams and Forbidden Fire, released as a single, and reached No.
2 on the UK Singles Chart.