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The 1980s brought changes to music history and had a huge influence on later musicians.
Cyndi Lauper, Culture Club, Madonna, Earth, Wind & Fire…
Even those who didn’t live through the era can sink into a sense of nostalgia that feels familiar somehow.
Compared to modern songs, the classics of the ’80s often boast purer song quality and stronger musical structure—or, seen another way, the larger market meant bigger budgets, letting you enjoy luxuriously produced sounds.
Find a favorite track and really dive into it!
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[1980s Western Music] Nostalgic 80’s Best Hit Songs (1–10)
Time After TimeCyndi Lauper
A female singer who churned out a string of big hits in the 1980s with her distinctive “seven-colored” singing voice, unique fashion, and outstanding vocal ability.
She’s also known as a New Japan Pro-Wrestling fan and even appeared on the Kouhaku Uta Gassen.
Now over 60, she continues to be active with great energy.
Don’t Stop Believin’Journey
It can be considered one of Journey’s signature songs.
With the message of “don’t stop believing,” its vibe fits perfectly.
The band has continued to thrive while evolving their musical style through member changes, a breakup, and a reunion.
Later, in Japan, it became a classic that many remembered again when it was featured in a Nissan Elgrand commercial.
Heaven is a Place on EarthBelinda Carlisle
This song by Belinda Carlisle is included on her second studio album, released in 1987, and it reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Its lyrics convey that heaven exists here on earth and that love truly matters.
It’s often used in commercials and TV programs in Japan as well.
It’s one of those soothing, comforting songs, isn’t it?
I Wanna Dance With SomebodyWhitney Houston
A track from Whitney Houston’s second album, “Whitney,” which won a Grammy Award.
This song itself also won a Grammy in the female pop artist category.
When she passed away in 2012, many people mourned her, and the song was played widely in the media as one of her signature hits.
Livin’ On A PrayerBon Jovi
They are one of the most successful rock bands in the world.
In Japan in particular, they have enjoyed tremendous popularity since their debut in 1986, and in 2003 they became the first act, domestic or international, to successfully complete a five-dome tour.
The band’s leader, Jon Bon Jovi, is also active as an actor.
Do You Believe In LoveHuey Lewis & The News
It reached No.
7 in the U.S.
in 1982.
This breakout hit was released as a single from their second album, “Picture This.” Huey Lewis had originally spent many years struggling, but he went on to release the classic album “Sports,” achieving massive success that swept away those difficult times.
There’s little more to say about the Back to the Future era, but apart from his own work, he played a major role in the music scene by helping to revive Tower of Power and discovering Bruce Hornsby.
Eye Of The TigerSurvivor
This is Survivor’s biggest hit, which won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance.
Its adrenaline-pumping intro helped it become an even bigger hit as the theme song for the movie Rocky III.
Even today, fighters still use it as their entrance music.
It’s a quintessential ’80s rock track, distinguished by its memorable guitar riff.
