[1980s Western Music] Nostalgic 80’s Best Hit Songs

[1980s Western Music] Nostalgic 80’s Best Hit Songs
1	Time After TimeCyndi Lauper	A popular singer from the '80s, known for their individuality and vocal prowess.
2	Don’t Stop Believin’Journey	Don't stop believing; classic hit gains attention again.
3	Heaven is a Place on EarthBelinda Carlisle	Belinda Carlisle’s song here is 1…
4	I Wanna Dance With SomebodyWhitney Houston	Whitney, who magnificently won a Grammy, hi…
5	Livin’ On A PrayerBon Jovi	The most successful rock band in the world, the peo…
6	Do You Believe In LoveHuey Lewis & The News	Reached No. 7 in the U.S. in 1982. It was their second albu...
7	Eye Of The TigerSurvivor	Survivor’s rock classic “I Am a Champion”
8	Take on Mea-ha	The Norwegian band a-ha’s 1985…
9	Like a VirginMadonna	Michael Jackson’s iconic hits
10	I Love Rock ‘n’ RollJoan Jett & The Blackhearts	Released in January 1982, the American ro...
11	Take My Breath AwayBerlin	The blockbuster film Top Gun, released in 1986...
12	I Miss YouKlymaxx	A Los An— who plays instruments himself and even handles music production...
13	ThrillerMichael Jackson	Michael Jackson's "Thriller" becomes a massive hit
14	Manic MondayBangles	No. 2 in the U.S. in 1986. From the mid to late ’80s…
15	Don’t Stop Me NowQueen	The moment the piano intro started playing, my heart began to dance...
16	Don’t You Want MeThe Human League	Synthesizer classics and the romantic dynamics between a man and a woman
17	About A GirlNirvana	From Washington State in the United States in the late 1980s...
18	True ColorsCyndi Lauper	A colorful and energetic image leaves an impression…
19	(You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party)Beastie Boys	My parents told me, “Don’t be partying—go study…”
20	Club TropicanaWham!	Freedom and liberation envisioned in a tropical resort
21	Private EyesDaryl Hall & John Oates	Hall & Oates’ signature song—amazing live!
22	Every Breath You TakeThe Police	It's such a masterpiece—once you hear it, you can't forget it.
23	AfricaTOTO	A rock band that was a massive hit in the 1980s.
24	JumpVan Halen	Van Halen’s groundbreaking hit song
25	We Are The WorldUSA For Africa	A charity song for African hunger relief
26	ManeaterDaryl Hall & John Oates	A hugely popular Black duo from the 80s
27	Karma ChameleonCulture Club	The smash hit from the 80s: a classic by Culture Club
28	The Final CountdownEurope	A representative Nordic metal band, currently active.
29	Separate WaysJourney	A band that achieved great success after adding a vocalist
30	Hard to Say I’m SorryCHICAGO	Transforming music with synthesizers
31	We Built This CityStarship	A hit song by a prestigious band from San Francisco
32	Never Gonna Give You UpRick Astley	80s classic hits see a revival online
33	Easy LoverPhilip Bailey, Phil Colins	Phil Bailey and Collins’s classic song
34	Beat ItMichael Jackson	The legendary music video that featured a street gang
35	Girls Just Want to Have FunCyndi Lauper	The big hit song from the '80s, 'Girls Just Wanna Have Fun'
36	Union Of The SnakeDuran Duran	The biggest British band on MTV in the ’80s
37	Run To YouBryan Adams	Bryan Adams's classic song 'Reckless'
38	Lost In Your EyesDebbie Gibson	Big success as a teen idol in the 80s
39	Do They Know It’s ChristmasBand Aid	A large-scale charity by stars
40	Heaven Is a Place On EarthBelinda Carlisle	An iconic hit from the ’80s, Belinda Carlisle’s classic.
41	Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)Eurythmics	The electric pop classic “Sweet Dreams”
42	Video Killed The Radio StarThe Buggles	A classic song that drove radio out with television
43	I’m In the Mood for DancingThe Nolans	A classic song by our sister group in Ireland
44	CenterfoldThe J. Geils Band	J. Geils' hit tops the U.S. charts at No. 1
45	Believe It or NotJoey Scarbury	Theme song from a classic American hero comedy
46	FreedomWham!	The Christmas song “Last Christmas”
47	Somebody’s Watching MeRockwell	Rockwell’s signature song, a classic featuring Michael
48	I Was Born To Love YouFreddie Mercury	Mercury’s solo song is popular in Japan.
49	AllentownBilly Joel	The Changing Evaluations of Billy Joel’s “The Nylon Curtain”
50	CONGAGloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine	A song that captivated the world with its Latin rhythm
51	RioDuran Duran	Duran Duran’s second album
52	Can’t take my eyes off youBoys Town Gang	A representative popular dance song from the disco heyday
53	The Screams Of PassionThe Family	Popular band of the Prince family
54	I Want to Know What Love IsForeigner	The band Forei, representing AOR music
55	Purple RainPrince	A musical genius who represents the 80s
56	Another One Bites the DustQueen	Queen's 'Another One Bites' is a big hit
57	Let’s DanceDavid Bowie	David Bowie's smash hit song “Let’s Dance”
58	New FrontierDonald Fagen	A masterpiece that portrays an ironic dance party in the age of nuclear war
59	Waiting For A Girl Like YouForeigner	A tragic music hit that ranked second for 10 consecutive weeks
60	LukaSuzanne Vega	A socially critical masterpiece depicting child abuse
61	Smooth OperatorSade	A masterpiece that captivated the world with its sound and singing voice
62	PhysicalOlivia Newton-John	A classic that shifted from pure and innocent to boldly sexy
63	Another Day In ParadisePhil Collins	Phil Collins’s classic hit; a major smash
64	ManiacMichael Sembello	In 1983, it became a huge hit as a dance film soundtrack.
65	GoodbyeNight Ranger	A classic ballad of West Coast rock
66	Sunday Bloody SundayU2	U2’s early classic album “War” was the catalyst for their breakthrough.
67	Call MeBlondie	Famous songs from Richard Gere movies
68	The ReflexDuran Duran	80s hit song, reached number one in both the UK and US
69	99 LuftballonsNena	Nena’s worldwide hit song “99 Luftballons”
70	Woman in LoveBarbra Streisand	The captivating vocal prowess of popular 1980s actresses and singers
71	Shout To The TopThe Style Council	A classic Style Council song from the ’80s
72	Walk Like An EgyptianThe Bangles	The Egyptian-style walk dance attracted attention.
73	Got My Mind Set on YouGeorge Harrison	Many famous songs by John Lennon of the Beatles
74	Naughty NaughtyJohn Parr	Parr in the ’80s: hit songs and a strange charm
75	RelaxFrankie Goes To Hollywood	Even songs banned from broadcast were hit tracks that defined the 1980s.
76	When Doves CryPrince	Prince’s masterpiece “Purple Rain”
77	Down UnderMen At Work	Popular Australian band tops the U.S. charts
78	Jessie’s GirlRIck Springfield	A massive hit in music, actor Rick Springfield
79	Once In A LifetimeTalking Heads	Suddenly, my life felt as if it were on autopilot...
80	Born in the U.S.A.Bruce Springsteen	Bruce Springsteen classic song
81	Blue MondayNew Order	Overcoming the tragedy of their former band, the dance floor…
82	Mr. RobotoStyx	A leading band of progressive hard rock appears
83	Let’s GrooveEarth, Wind & Fire	Classic dance music hits of the '80s
84	Burn Rubber On MeGap Band	The Gap Band’s signature funk classic
85	It’s My LifeTalk Talk	...with an impressive, cool synthesizer tone,
86	Don’t CryASIA	A major hit by a renowned band of prog members
87	I Just Called To Say I Love YouStevie Wonder	The theme song of the movie “The Woman in Red”
88	VacationThe Go-Go’s	Pioneers of girls’ bands, sales success in the 1980s
89	Undercover Of The NightThe Rolling Stones	The depth of dance rock imbued with political undertones
90	FootlooseKenny Loggins	Explosive hit songs from the ’80s, dance numbers
91	ShoutTears for Fears	A shocking impact on the world with an antisocial song
92	Oh GirlBoy Meets Girl	An iconic song by an ’80s duo is a masterpiece.
93	Live To TellMadonna	Madonna’s classic masterpiece with profound musicality
94	Can’t Fight This FeelingREO Speed Wagon	An inspiring band whose hard work paid off, earning them the number one spot in the United States.
95	Sweet Child o MineGuns N’ Roses	Explanation of Guns N’ Roses’ classic song “Sweet Child.”
96	Don’t Answer MeThe Alan Parsons Project	Iconic music videos from MTV’s 1980s era
97	Cum On Feel The NoizeQuiet Riot	The band reached No. 1 in the U.S. and then disbanded.
98	Crazy for YouMadonna	An American singer nicknamed the 'Queen of Pop'...
99	Straight Outta ComptonN.W.A	A scathing criticism of the police and the stark realities of the streets, red…
100	Darlin’ IVanessa Williams	Active as a model, actress, and singer
101	Gimme All Your Lovin’ZZ Top	ZZ TOP's smash-hit album achieves major success in the United States
102	Rock With YouMichael Jackson	The Appeal of Michael Jackson's Music
103	ImagineQueen	A masterpiece that prays for peace, loved around the world
104	I’m Coming OutDiana Ross	The birth of a Diana Ross classic beloved by gay people
105	Under PressureQueen	A classic conversation between the Queen and the Boy
106	Heart(Stop Beating in Time)Leo Sayer	Leo Sayer, popular for his mellow, beautiful voice
107	Back in BlackAC/DC	The legendary rock band AC/DC’s classic song
108	Rush HourJane Wiedlin	Rhythm guitarist of the first-ever girl band to reach No. 1 in the U.S.
109	Bitter Is BetterKim Wilde	Kim Carnes song popularized by a commercial jingle
110	No Sleep Till BrooklynBeastie Boys	Established rap rock from punk
111	In A Big CountryBig Country	A legendary one-hit-wonder band for a single bagpipe tune
112	I Wanna Be AdoredThe Stone Roses	A classic song by the highly influential rock band The Stone Roses
113	Holding Back The YearsSimply Red	Simply Red, a US number-one hit song
114	It’s Still Rock and Roll to MeBilly Joel	Billy Joel is a master of the music world.
115	Total Eclipse of the HeartBonnie Tyler	The struggle between the darkness and light of a passionate love
116	Upside DownDiana Ross	Diana Ross’s signature 1970s song became a huge hit.
117	(Just Like) Starting OverJohn Lennon	John Lennon’s posthumous album, the final track
118	Don’t Fight ItKenny Loggins ft. Steve Perry	An iconic rock ballad that gives you courage
119	Crazy Little Thing Called LoveQueen	Queen’s U.S. No. 1 song, Freddie’s masterpiece
120	Chariots of FireVangelis	The famous Vangelis theme from the film “Chariots of Fire”
121	Welcome To The JungleGuns N’ Roses	Sharp guitar riffs and screaming vocals...
122	Funky TownLipps Inc	Steven, who transitioned from being a wedding DJ…
123	First LoveStryper	Stryper, a Christian metal band from the ’80s
124	Owner Of A Lonely HeartYES	YES's 80s hit songs, pop tracks
125	Hands To HeavenBreathe	A masterpiece imbued with a prayer for reunion, Breeze’s signature song
126	Let It WhipDazz Band	R&B hit song, a classic by The Dazz Band
127	Money For NothingDire Straits	A famous song co-written with Sting, a big hit on MTV
128	Another Brick in the Wall (Part II)Pink Floyd	Socially conscious songs by Pink Floyd
129	Stray Cat StrutStray cats	Brian Setzer's music and appearance
130	Last ChristmasWham!	The British duo that created a classic Christmas song
131	Wake Me Up Before You Go-GoWham!	A global smash hit and signature song by Wham!, with their fashion also gaining popularity
132	TrueSpandau Ballet	Legendary hit song of the ’80s, a worldwide smash hit
133	The One That You LoveAir Supply	A signature hit by Air Supply representing the 1980s
134	Flashdance… What A FeelingIrene Cara	The famous song from 'Flashdance,' a classic everyone has heard at least once.
135	Crazy TrainOzzy Osbourne	A classic song by Ozzy, a pioneer of heavy metal
136	Slow an’ EasyWhitesnake	A smash hit led by David Coverdale
137	I Feel for YouChaka Khan	A masterpiece where synths and rap are in harmony
138	A Night To RememberShalamar	A milestone in 80s dance hits
139	Take your time (Do it right)The SOS Band	A classic hit by an R&B group that represents the ’80s
140	Up Where We BelongJoe Cocker & Jennifer Warnes	The famous song from the coming-of-age film of love, 'Departure'
141	Rock the CasbahThe Clash	The Clash in JoJo Part 5 is named after the band.
142	And The Beat Goes OnThe Whispers	An iconic song that sees heartbreak in a positive light, with a rhythm that resonates with the heart.
143	VenusBananarama	A signature hit of Bananarama from the 1980s
144	Uptown GirlBilly Joel	A love story between a young worker and an upper-class woman
145	Arthur’s ThemeChristopher Cross	The theme song of the 1981 film “Arthur”
146	Come On EileenDexys Midnight Runners	Flagship song of Jugg Rock, a US number-one hit
147	Shy BoyBananarama	The appeal of Bananarama, a popular band from the 1980s
148	It’s All A GameNational Pastime	Rediscovering the charm of 80s idol bands
149	Heartbreak BeatThe Psychedelic Furs	A classic song by The Psychedelic Furs from the ’80s
150	Don’t Wanna Lose YouGloria Estefan	Gloria Estefan, her first solo album
151	Never Ending StoryLimahl	Music that lasts forever, a never-ending story
152	I wonder If I Take You HomeLisa Lisa & Cult Jam with Full Force	Lisa Lisa, a standard-bearer of Hispanic music
153	Take It EasyAndy Taylor	Andy's solo single, a song featured in a film
154	Give Me The NightGeorge Benson	George Benson’s classic song becomes a big hit
155	SledgehammerPeter Gabriel	Peter Gabriel hits No. 1 in the U.S. with a smash single
156	Now It’s My TurnBerlin	Teri Nunn’s unexpectedly cool singing voice
157	Mutha (Don’t want to go to school today)Extreme	A fusion band of hard rock and funk
158	One More TryGeorge Michael	George Michael’s year of major solo hits
159	Material GirlMadonna	Madonna, the pop queen who represents the 1980s
160	The Tide Is HighBlondie	Blondie covered the Paragons’ song.
161	SearchingChange	An Italian band from 1979 influenced by Chic
162	9 to 5Dolly Parton	Dolly Parton’s signature blockbuster movie theme song
163	Secret LoversAtlantic Starr	Atlantic Starr's hit songs
164	Do That To Me One More TimeCaptain & Tennille	A classic from the ’80s, a beloved ballad cherished by many.
165	Favorite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl)Haircut 100	Classic songs by 1980s British pop bands
166	When I Think Of YouJanet Jackson	Janet Jackson’s smash hit song
167	Safety DanceMen Without Hats	The band sang anti-establishment themes and went on hiatus.
168	Creeping DeathMetallica	Metallica is a world-famous band.
169	West End GirlsPet Shop Boys	An innovative electropop track with cool vocals
170	DominosRobbie Nevil	Robby keeps thriving even after the hit “C'est la Vie”
171	Psycho KillerTalking Heads	Talking Heads, an innovative music band
172	Make It RealThe Jets	Hit songs and vocals of a brother band from the '80s
173	They Don’t KnowTracey Ullman	Nostalgic PV of the versatile actress Tracy
174	Tryin’ To Kill A Saturday NightKeane	The Keen brothers’ rock band, a classic song
175	Especially For YouKylie Minogue & Jason Donovan	A classic song featuring 80s idols
176	Tainted LoveSoft Cell	A 1964 song that Soft Cell turned into a big hit with their cover
177	What I Like About YouThe Romantics	Detroit rock band breaks big
178	I Can Dream About YouDan Hartman	Insert song from the movie “Streets of Fire”
179	Still of the NightWhitesnake	David Coverdale's WHITESNAKE
180	La BambaLos Lobos	The famous song of the Mexican folk tune 'La Bamba'
181	Red LightsCuriosity Killed The Cat	A soul band from London with outstanding musicality.
182	Don’t You (Forget About Me)Simple Minds	Theme song of “The Breakfast Club”

1

Time After TimeCyndi Lauper

A popular singer from the '80s, known for their individuality and vocal prowess.

2

Don’t Stop Believin’Journey

Don't stop believing; classic hit gains attention again.

3

Heaven is a Place on EarthBelinda Carlisle

Belinda Carlisle’s song here is 1…

4

I Wanna Dance With SomebodyWhitney Houston

Whitney, who magnificently won a Grammy, hi…

5

Livin’ On A PrayerBon Jovi

The most successful rock band in the world, the peo…

6

Do You Believe In LoveHuey Lewis & The News

Reached No. 7 in the U.S. in 1982. It was their second albu...

7

Eye Of The TigerSurvivor

Survivor’s rock classic “I Am a Champion”

8

Take on Mea-ha

The Norwegian band a-ha’s 1985…

9

Like a VirginMadonna

Michael Jackson’s iconic hits

10

I Love Rock ‘n’ RollJoan Jett & The Blackhearts

Released in January 1982, the American ro...

11

Take My Breath AwayBerlin

The blockbuster film Top Gun, released in 1986...

12

I Miss YouKlymaxx

A Los An— who plays instruments himself and even handles music production...

13

ThrillerMichael Jackson

Michael Jackson's "Thriller" becomes a massive hit

14

Manic MondayBangles

No. 2 in the U.S. in 1986. From the mid to late ’80s…

15

Don’t Stop Me NowQueen

The moment the piano intro started playing, my heart began to dance...

16

Don’t You Want MeThe Human League

Synthesizer classics and the romantic dynamics between a man and a woman

17

About A GirlNirvana

From Washington State in the United States in the late 1980s...

18

True ColorsCyndi Lauper

A colorful and energetic image leaves an impression…

19

(You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party)Beastie Boys

My parents told me, “Don’t be partying—go study…”

20

Club TropicanaWham!

Freedom and liberation envisioned in a tropical resort

21

Private EyesDaryl Hall & John Oates

Hall & Oates’ signature song—amazing live!

22

Every Breath You TakeThe Police

It's such a masterpiece—once you hear it, you can't forget it.

23

AfricaTOTO

A rock band that was a massive hit in the 1980s.

24

JumpVan Halen

Van Halen’s groundbreaking hit song

25

We Are The WorldUSA For Africa

A charity song for African hunger relief

26

ManeaterDaryl Hall & John Oates

A hugely popular Black duo from the 80s

27

Karma ChameleonCulture Club

The smash hit from the 80s: a classic by Culture Club

28

The Final CountdownEurope

A representative Nordic metal band, currently active.

29

Separate WaysJourney

A band that achieved great success after adding a vocalist

30

Hard to Say I’m SorryCHICAGO

Transforming music with synthesizers

31

We Built This CityStarship

A hit song by a prestigious band from San Francisco

32

Never Gonna Give You UpRick Astley

80s classic hits see a revival online

33

Easy LoverPhilip Bailey, Phil Colins

Phil Bailey and Collins’s classic song

34

Beat ItMichael Jackson

The legendary music video that featured a street gang

35

Girls Just Want to Have FunCyndi Lauper

The big hit song from the '80s, 'Girls Just Wanna Have Fun'

36

Union Of The SnakeDuran Duran

The biggest British band on MTV in the ’80s

37

Run To YouBryan Adams

Bryan Adams's classic song 'Reckless'

38

Lost In Your EyesDebbie Gibson

Big success as a teen idol in the 80s

39

Do They Know It’s ChristmasBand Aid

A large-scale charity by stars

40

Heaven Is a Place On EarthBelinda Carlisle

An iconic hit from the ’80s, Belinda Carlisle’s classic.

41

Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)Eurythmics

The electric pop classic “Sweet Dreams”

42

Video Killed The Radio StarThe Buggles

A classic song that drove radio out with television

43

I’m In the Mood for DancingThe Nolans

A classic song by our sister group in Ireland

44

CenterfoldThe J. Geils Band

J. Geils' hit tops the U.S. charts at No. 1

45

Believe It or NotJoey Scarbury

Theme song from a classic American hero comedy

46

FreedomWham!

The Christmas song “Last Christmas”

47

Somebody’s Watching MeRockwell

Rockwell’s signature song, a classic featuring Michael

48

I Was Born To Love YouFreddie Mercury

Mercury’s solo song is popular in Japan.

49

AllentownBilly Joel

The Changing Evaluations of Billy Joel’s “The Nylon Curtain”

50

CONGAGloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine

A song that captivated the world with its Latin rhythm

51

RioDuran Duran

Duran Duran’s second album

52

Can’t take my eyes off youBoys Town Gang

A representative popular dance song from the disco heyday

53

The Screams Of PassionThe Family

Popular band of the Prince family

54

I Want to Know What Love IsForeigner

The band Forei, representing AOR music

55

Purple RainPrince

A musical genius who represents the 80s

56

Another One Bites the DustQueen

Queen's 'Another One Bites' is a big hit

57

Let’s DanceDavid Bowie

David Bowie's smash hit song “Let’s Dance”

58

New FrontierDonald Fagen

A masterpiece that portrays an ironic dance party in the age of nuclear war

59

Waiting For A Girl Like YouForeigner

A tragic music hit that ranked second for 10 consecutive weeks

60

LukaSuzanne Vega

A socially critical masterpiece depicting child abuse

61

Smooth OperatorSade

A masterpiece that captivated the world with its sound and singing voice

62

PhysicalOlivia Newton-John

A classic that shifted from pure and innocent to boldly sexy

63

Another Day In ParadisePhil Collins

Phil Collins’s classic hit; a major smash

64

ManiacMichael Sembello

In 1983, it became a huge hit as a dance film soundtrack.

65

GoodbyeNight Ranger

A classic ballad of West Coast rock

66

Sunday Bloody SundayU2

U2’s early classic album “War” was the catalyst for their breakthrough.

67

Call MeBlondie

Famous songs from Richard Gere movies

68

The ReflexDuran Duran

80s hit song, reached number one in both the UK and US

69

99 LuftballonsNena

Nena’s worldwide hit song “99 Luftballons”

70

Woman in LoveBarbra Streisand

The captivating vocal prowess of popular 1980s actresses and singers

71

Shout To The TopThe Style Council

A classic Style Council song from the ’80s

72

Walk Like An EgyptianThe Bangles

The Egyptian-style walk dance attracted attention.

73

Got My Mind Set on YouGeorge Harrison

Many famous songs by John Lennon of the Beatles

74

Naughty NaughtyJohn Parr

Parr in the ’80s: hit songs and a strange charm

75

RelaxFrankie Goes To Hollywood

Even songs banned from broadcast were hit tracks that defined the 1980s.

76

When Doves CryPrince

Prince’s masterpiece “Purple Rain”

77

Down UnderMen At Work

Popular Australian band tops the U.S. charts

78

Jessie’s GirlRIck Springfield

A massive hit in music, actor Rick Springfield

79

Once In A LifetimeTalking Heads

Suddenly, my life felt as if it were on autopilot...

80

Born in the U.S.A.Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Springsteen classic song

81

Blue MondayNew Order

Overcoming the tragedy of their former band, the dance floor…

82

Mr. RobotoStyx

A leading band of progressive hard rock appears

83

Let’s GrooveEarth, Wind & Fire

Classic dance music hits of the '80s

84

Burn Rubber On MeGap Band

The Gap Band’s signature funk classic

85

It’s My LifeTalk Talk

...with an impressive, cool synthesizer tone,

86

Don’t CryASIA

A major hit by a renowned band of prog members

87

I Just Called To Say I Love YouStevie Wonder

The theme song of the movie “The Woman in Red”

88

VacationThe Go-Go’s

Pioneers of girls’ bands, sales success in the 1980s

89

Undercover Of The NightThe Rolling Stones

The depth of dance rock imbued with political undertones

90

FootlooseKenny Loggins

Explosive hit songs from the ’80s, dance numbers

91

ShoutTears for Fears

A shocking impact on the world with an antisocial song

92

Oh GirlBoy Meets Girl

An iconic song by an ’80s duo is a masterpiece.

93

Live To TellMadonna

Madonna’s classic masterpiece with profound musicality

94

Can’t Fight This FeelingREO Speed Wagon

An inspiring band whose hard work paid off, earning them the number one spot in the United States.

95

Sweet Child o MineGuns N’ Roses

Explanation of Guns N’ Roses’ classic song “Sweet Child.”

96

Don’t Answer MeThe Alan Parsons Project

Iconic music videos from MTV’s 1980s era

97

Cum On Feel The NoizeQuiet Riot

The band reached No. 1 in the U.S. and then disbanded.

98

Crazy for YouMadonna

An American singer nicknamed the 'Queen of Pop'...

99

Straight Outta ComptonN.W.A

A scathing criticism of the police and the stark realities of the streets, red…

100

Darlin’ IVanessa Williams

Active as a model, actress, and singer

101

Gimme All Your Lovin’ZZ Top

ZZ TOP's smash-hit album achieves major success in the United States

102

Rock With YouMichael Jackson

The Appeal of Michael Jackson's Music

103

ImagineQueen

A masterpiece that prays for peace, loved around the world

104

I’m Coming OutDiana Ross

The birth of a Diana Ross classic beloved by gay people

105

Under PressureQueen

A classic conversation between the Queen and the Boy

106

Heart(Stop Beating in Time)Leo Sayer

Leo Sayer, popular for his mellow, beautiful voice

107

Back in BlackAC/DC

The legendary rock band AC/DC’s classic song

108

Rush HourJane Wiedlin

Rhythm guitarist of the first-ever girl band to reach No. 1 in the U.S.

109

Bitter Is BetterKim Wilde

Kim Carnes song popularized by a commercial jingle

110

No Sleep Till BrooklynBeastie Boys

Established rap rock from punk

111

In A Big CountryBig Country

A legendary one-hit-wonder band for a single bagpipe tune

112

I Wanna Be AdoredThe Stone Roses

A classic song by the highly influential rock band The Stone Roses

113

Holding Back The YearsSimply Red

Simply Red, a US number-one hit song

114

It’s Still Rock and Roll to MeBilly Joel

Billy Joel is a master of the music world.

115

Total Eclipse of the HeartBonnie Tyler

The struggle between the darkness and light of a passionate love

116

Upside DownDiana Ross

Diana Ross’s signature 1970s song became a huge hit.

117

(Just Like) Starting OverJohn Lennon

John Lennon’s posthumous album, the final track

118

Don’t Fight ItKenny Loggins ft. Steve Perry

An iconic rock ballad that gives you courage

119

Crazy Little Thing Called LoveQueen

Queen’s U.S. No. 1 song, Freddie’s masterpiece

120

Chariots of FireVangelis

The famous Vangelis theme from the film “Chariots of Fire”

121

Welcome To The JungleGuns N’ Roses

Sharp guitar riffs and screaming vocals...

122

Funky TownLipps Inc

Steven, who transitioned from being a wedding DJ…

123

First LoveStryper

Stryper, a Christian metal band from the ’80s

124

Owner Of A Lonely HeartYES

YES's 80s hit songs, pop tracks

125

Hands To HeavenBreathe

A masterpiece imbued with a prayer for reunion, Breeze’s signature song

126

Let It WhipDazz Band

R&B hit song, a classic by The Dazz Band

127

Money For NothingDire Straits

A famous song co-written with Sting, a big hit on MTV

128

Another Brick in the Wall (Part II)Pink Floyd

Socially conscious songs by Pink Floyd

129

Stray Cat StrutStray cats

Brian Setzer's music and appearance

130

Last ChristmasWham!

The British duo that created a classic Christmas song

131

Wake Me Up Before You Go-GoWham!

A global smash hit and signature song by Wham!, with their fashion also gaining popularity

132

TrueSpandau Ballet

Legendary hit song of the ’80s, a worldwide smash hit

133

The One That You LoveAir Supply

A signature hit by Air Supply representing the 1980s

134

Flashdance… What A FeelingIrene Cara

The famous song from 'Flashdance,' a classic everyone has heard at least once.

135

Crazy TrainOzzy Osbourne

A classic song by Ozzy, a pioneer of heavy metal

136

Slow an’ EasyWhitesnake

A smash hit led by David Coverdale

137

I Feel for YouChaka Khan

A masterpiece where synths and rap are in harmony

138

A Night To RememberShalamar

A milestone in 80s dance hits

139

Take your time (Do it right)The SOS Band

A classic hit by an R&B group that represents the ’80s

140

Up Where We BelongJoe Cocker & Jennifer Warnes

The famous song from the coming-of-age film of love, 'Departure'

141

Rock the CasbahThe Clash

The Clash in JoJo Part 5 is named after the band.

142

And The Beat Goes OnThe Whispers

An iconic song that sees heartbreak in a positive light, with a rhythm that resonates with the heart.

143

VenusBananarama

A signature hit of Bananarama from the 1980s

144

Uptown GirlBilly Joel

A love story between a young worker and an upper-class woman

145

Arthur’s ThemeChristopher Cross

The theme song of the 1981 film “Arthur”

146

Come On EileenDexys Midnight Runners

Flagship song of Jugg Rock, a US number-one hit

147

Shy BoyBananarama

The appeal of Bananarama, a popular band from the 1980s

148

It’s All A GameNational Pastime

Rediscovering the charm of 80s idol bands

149

Heartbreak BeatThe Psychedelic Furs

A classic song by The Psychedelic Furs from the ’80s

150

Don’t Wanna Lose YouGloria Estefan

Gloria Estefan, her first solo album

151

Never Ending StoryLimahl

Music that lasts forever, a never-ending story

152

I wonder If I Take You HomeLisa Lisa & Cult Jam with Full Force

Lisa Lisa, a standard-bearer of Hispanic music

153

Take It EasyAndy Taylor

Andy's solo single, a song featured in a film

154

Give Me The NightGeorge Benson

George Benson’s classic song becomes a big hit

155

SledgehammerPeter Gabriel

Peter Gabriel hits No. 1 in the U.S. with a smash single

156

Now It’s My TurnBerlin

Teri Nunn’s unexpectedly cool singing voice

157

Mutha (Don’t want to go to school today)Extreme

A fusion band of hard rock and funk

158

One More TryGeorge Michael

George Michael’s year of major solo hits

159

Material GirlMadonna

Madonna, the pop queen who represents the 1980s

160

The Tide Is HighBlondie

Blondie covered the Paragons’ song.

161

SearchingChange

An Italian band from 1979 influenced by Chic

162

9 to 5Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton’s signature blockbuster movie theme song

163

Secret LoversAtlantic Starr

Atlantic Starr's hit songs

164

Do That To Me One More TimeCaptain & Tennille

A classic from the ’80s, a beloved ballad cherished by many.

165

Favorite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl)Haircut 100

Classic songs by 1980s British pop bands

166

When I Think Of YouJanet Jackson

Janet Jackson’s smash hit song

167

Safety DanceMen Without Hats

The band sang anti-establishment themes and went on hiatus.

168

Creeping DeathMetallica

Metallica is a world-famous band.

169

West End GirlsPet Shop Boys

An innovative electropop track with cool vocals

170

DominosRobbie Nevil

Robby keeps thriving even after the hit “C'est la Vie”

171

Psycho KillerTalking Heads

Talking Heads, an innovative music band

172

Make It RealThe Jets

Hit songs and vocals of a brother band from the '80s

173

They Don’t KnowTracey Ullman

Nostalgic PV of the versatile actress Tracy

174

Tryin’ To Kill A Saturday NightKeane

The Keen brothers’ rock band, a classic song

175

Especially For YouKylie Minogue & Jason Donovan

A classic song featuring 80s idols

176

Tainted LoveSoft Cell

A 1964 song that Soft Cell turned into a big hit with their cover

177

What I Like About YouThe Romantics

Detroit rock band breaks big

178

I Can Dream About YouDan Hartman

Insert song from the movie “Streets of Fire”

179

Still of the NightWhitesnake

David Coverdale's WHITESNAKE

180

La BambaLos Lobos

The famous song of the Mexican folk tune 'La Bamba'

181

Red LightsCuriosity Killed The Cat

A soul band from London with outstanding musicality.

182

Don’t You (Forget About Me)Simple Minds

Theme song of “The Breakfast Club”

[1980s Western Music] Nostalgic 80’s Best Hit Songs
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Time After TimeCyndi Lauper		A popular singer from the '80s, known for their individuality and vocal prowess.
2	Don’t Stop Believin’Journey		Don't stop believing; classic hit gains attention again.
3	Heaven is a Place on EarthBelinda Carlisle		Belinda Carlisle’s song here is 1…
4	I Wanna Dance With SomebodyWhitney Houston		Whitney, who magnificently won a Grammy, hi…
5	Livin’ On A PrayerBon Jovi		The most successful rock band in the world, the peo…
6	Do You Believe In LoveHuey Lewis & The News		Reached No. 7 in the U.S. in 1982. It was their second albu...
7	Eye Of The TigerSurvivor		Survivor’s rock classic “I Am a Champion”
8	Take on Mea-ha		The Norwegian band a-ha’s 1985…
9	Like a VirginMadonna		Michael Jackson’s iconic hits
10	I Love Rock ‘n’ RollJoan Jett & The Blackhearts		Released in January 1982, the American ro...
11	Take My Breath AwayBerlin		The blockbuster film Top Gun, released in 1986...
12	I Miss YouKlymaxx		A Los An— who plays instruments himself and even handles music production...
13	ThrillerMichael Jackson		Michael Jackson's "Thriller" becomes a massive hit
14	Manic MondayBangles		No. 2 in the U.S. in 1986. From the mid to late ’80s…
15	Don’t Stop Me NowQueen		The moment the piano intro started playing, my heart began to dance...
16	Don’t You Want MeThe Human League		Synthesizer classics and the romantic dynamics between a man and a woman
17	About A GirlNirvana		From Washington State in the United States in the late 1980s...
18	True ColorsCyndi Lauper		A colorful and energetic image leaves an impression…
19	(You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To Party)Beastie Boys		My parents told me, “Don’t be partying—go study…”
20	Club TropicanaWham!		Freedom and liberation envisioned in a tropical resort
21	Private EyesDaryl Hall & John Oates		Hall & Oates’ signature song—amazing live!
22	Every Breath You TakeThe Police		It's such a masterpiece—once you hear it, you can't forget it.
23	AfricaTOTO		A rock band that was a massive hit in the 1980s.
24	JumpVan Halen		Van Halen’s groundbreaking hit song
25	We Are The WorldUSA For Africa		A charity song for African hunger relief
26	ManeaterDaryl Hall & John Oates		A hugely popular Black duo from the 80s
27	Karma ChameleonCulture Club		The smash hit from the 80s: a classic by Culture Club
28	The Final CountdownEurope		A representative Nordic metal band, currently active.
29	Separate WaysJourney		A band that achieved great success after adding a vocalist
30	Hard to Say I’m SorryCHICAGO		Transforming music with synthesizers
31	We Built This CityStarship		A hit song by a prestigious band from San Francisco
32	Never Gonna Give You UpRick Astley		80s classic hits see a revival online
33	Easy LoverPhilip Bailey, Phil Colins		Phil Bailey and Collins’s classic song
34	Beat ItMichael Jackson		The legendary music video that featured a street gang
35	Girls Just Want to Have FunCyndi Lauper		The big hit song from the '80s, 'Girls Just Wanna Have Fun'
36	Union Of The SnakeDuran Duran		The biggest British band on MTV in the ’80s
37	Run To YouBryan Adams		Bryan Adams's classic song 'Reckless'
38	Lost In Your EyesDebbie Gibson		Big success as a teen idol in the 80s
39	Do They Know It’s ChristmasBand Aid		A large-scale charity by stars
40	Heaven Is a Place On EarthBelinda Carlisle		An iconic hit from the ’80s, Belinda Carlisle’s classic.
41	Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)Eurythmics		The electric pop classic “Sweet Dreams”
42	Video Killed The Radio StarThe Buggles		A classic song that drove radio out with television
43	I’m In the Mood for DancingThe Nolans		A classic song by our sister group in Ireland
44	CenterfoldThe J. Geils Band		J. Geils' hit tops the U.S. charts at No. 1
45	Believe It or NotJoey Scarbury		Theme song from a classic American hero comedy
46	FreedomWham!		The Christmas song “Last Christmas”
47	Somebody’s Watching MeRockwell		Rockwell’s signature song, a classic featuring Michael
48	I Was Born To Love YouFreddie Mercury		Mercury’s solo song is popular in Japan.
49	AllentownBilly Joel		The Changing Evaluations of Billy Joel’s “The Nylon Curtain”
50	CONGAGloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine		A song that captivated the world with its Latin rhythm
51	RioDuran Duran		Duran Duran’s second album
52	Can’t take my eyes off youBoys Town Gang		A representative popular dance song from the disco heyday
53	The Screams Of PassionThe Family		Popular band of the Prince family
54	I Want to Know What Love IsForeigner		The band Forei, representing AOR music
55	Purple RainPrince		A musical genius who represents the 80s
56	Another One Bites the DustQueen		Queen's 'Another One Bites' is a big hit
57	Let’s DanceDavid Bowie		David Bowie's smash hit song “Let’s Dance”
58	New FrontierDonald Fagen		A masterpiece that portrays an ironic dance party in the age of nuclear war
59	Waiting For A Girl Like YouForeigner		A tragic music hit that ranked second for 10 consecutive weeks
60	LukaSuzanne Vega		A socially critical masterpiece depicting child abuse
61	Smooth OperatorSade		A masterpiece that captivated the world with its sound and singing voice
62	PhysicalOlivia Newton-John		A classic that shifted from pure and innocent to boldly sexy
63	Another Day In ParadisePhil Collins		Phil Collins’s classic hit; a major smash
64	ManiacMichael Sembello		In 1983, it became a huge hit as a dance film soundtrack.
65	GoodbyeNight Ranger		A classic ballad of West Coast rock
66	Sunday Bloody SundayU2		U2’s early classic album “War” was the catalyst for their breakthrough.
67	Call MeBlondie		Famous songs from Richard Gere movies
68	The ReflexDuran Duran		80s hit song, reached number one in both the UK and US
69	99 LuftballonsNena		Nena’s worldwide hit song “99 Luftballons”
70	Woman in LoveBarbra Streisand		The captivating vocal prowess of popular 1980s actresses and singers
71	Shout To The TopThe Style Council		A classic Style Council song from the ’80s
72	Walk Like An EgyptianThe Bangles		The Egyptian-style walk dance attracted attention.
73	Got My Mind Set on YouGeorge Harrison		Many famous songs by John Lennon of the Beatles
74	Naughty NaughtyJohn Parr		Parr in the ’80s: hit songs and a strange charm
75	RelaxFrankie Goes To Hollywood		Even songs banned from broadcast were hit tracks that defined the 1980s.
76	When Doves CryPrince		Prince’s masterpiece “Purple Rain”
77	Down UnderMen At Work		Popular Australian band tops the U.S. charts
78	Jessie’s GirlRIck Springfield		A massive hit in music, actor Rick Springfield
79	Once In A LifetimeTalking Heads		Suddenly, my life felt as if it were on autopilot...
80	Born in the U.S.A.Bruce Springsteen		Bruce Springsteen classic song
81	Blue MondayNew Order		Overcoming the tragedy of their former band, the dance floor…
82	Mr. RobotoStyx		A leading band of progressive hard rock appears
83	Let’s GrooveEarth, Wind & Fire		Classic dance music hits of the '80s
84	Burn Rubber On MeGap Band		The Gap Band’s signature funk classic
85	It’s My LifeTalk Talk		...with an impressive, cool synthesizer tone,
86	Don’t CryASIA		A major hit by a renowned band of prog members
87	I Just Called To Say I Love YouStevie Wonder		The theme song of the movie “The Woman in Red”
88	VacationThe Go-Go’s		Pioneers of girls’ bands, sales success in the 1980s
89	Undercover Of The NightThe Rolling Stones		The depth of dance rock imbued with political undertones
90	FootlooseKenny Loggins		Explosive hit songs from the ’80s, dance numbers
91	ShoutTears for Fears		A shocking impact on the world with an antisocial song
92	Oh GirlBoy Meets Girl		An iconic song by an ’80s duo is a masterpiece.
93	Live To TellMadonna		Madonna’s classic masterpiece with profound musicality
94	Can’t Fight This FeelingREO Speed Wagon		An inspiring band whose hard work paid off, earning them the number one spot in the United States.
95	Sweet Child o MineGuns N’ Roses		Explanation of Guns N’ Roses’ classic song “Sweet Child.”
96	Don’t Answer MeThe Alan Parsons Project		Iconic music videos from MTV’s 1980s era
97	Cum On Feel The NoizeQuiet Riot		The band reached No. 1 in the U.S. and then disbanded.
98	Crazy for YouMadonna		An American singer nicknamed the 'Queen of Pop'...
99	Straight Outta ComptonN.W.A		A scathing criticism of the police and the stark realities of the streets, red…
100	Darlin’ IVanessa Williams		Active as a model, actress, and singer
101	Gimme All Your Lovin’ZZ Top		ZZ TOP's smash-hit album achieves major success in the United States
102	Rock With YouMichael Jackson		The Appeal of Michael Jackson's Music
103	ImagineQueen		A masterpiece that prays for peace, loved around the world
104	I’m Coming OutDiana Ross		The birth of a Diana Ross classic beloved by gay people
105	Under PressureQueen		A classic conversation between the Queen and the Boy
106	Heart(Stop Beating in Time)Leo Sayer		Leo Sayer, popular for his mellow, beautiful voice
107	Back in BlackAC/DC		The legendary rock band AC/DC’s classic song
108	Rush HourJane Wiedlin		Rhythm guitarist of the first-ever girl band to reach No. 1 in the U.S.
109	Bitter Is BetterKim Wilde		Kim Carnes song popularized by a commercial jingle
110	No Sleep Till BrooklynBeastie Boys		Established rap rock from punk
111	In A Big CountryBig Country		A legendary one-hit-wonder band for a single bagpipe tune
112	I Wanna Be AdoredThe Stone Roses		A classic song by the highly influential rock band The Stone Roses
113	Holding Back The YearsSimply Red		Simply Red, a US number-one hit song
114	It’s Still Rock and Roll to MeBilly Joel		Billy Joel is a master of the music world.
115	Total Eclipse of the HeartBonnie Tyler		The struggle between the darkness and light of a passionate love
116	Upside DownDiana Ross		Diana Ross’s signature 1970s song became a huge hit.
117	(Just Like) Starting OverJohn Lennon		John Lennon’s posthumous album, the final track
118	Don’t Fight ItKenny Loggins ft. Steve Perry		An iconic rock ballad that gives you courage
119	Crazy Little Thing Called LoveQueen		Queen’s U.S. No. 1 song, Freddie’s masterpiece
120	Chariots of FireVangelis		The famous Vangelis theme from the film “Chariots of Fire”
121	Welcome To The JungleGuns N’ Roses		Sharp guitar riffs and screaming vocals...
122	Funky TownLipps Inc		Steven, who transitioned from being a wedding DJ…
123	First LoveStryper		Stryper, a Christian metal band from the ’80s
124	Owner Of A Lonely HeartYES		YES's 80s hit songs, pop tracks
125	Hands To HeavenBreathe		A masterpiece imbued with a prayer for reunion, Breeze’s signature song
126	Let It WhipDazz Band		R&B hit song, a classic by The Dazz Band
127	Money For NothingDire Straits		A famous song co-written with Sting, a big hit on MTV
128	Another Brick in the Wall (Part II)Pink Floyd		Socially conscious songs by Pink Floyd
129	Stray Cat StrutStray cats		Brian Setzer's music and appearance
130	Last ChristmasWham!		The British duo that created a classic Christmas song
131	Wake Me Up Before You Go-GoWham!		A global smash hit and signature song by Wham!, with their fashion also gaining popularity
132	TrueSpandau Ballet		Legendary hit song of the ’80s, a worldwide smash hit
133	The One That You LoveAir Supply		A signature hit by Air Supply representing the 1980s
134	Flashdance… What A FeelingIrene Cara		The famous song from 'Flashdance,' a classic everyone has heard at least once.
135	Crazy TrainOzzy Osbourne		A classic song by Ozzy, a pioneer of heavy metal
136	Slow an’ EasyWhitesnake		A smash hit led by David Coverdale
137	I Feel for YouChaka Khan		A masterpiece where synths and rap are in harmony
138	A Night To RememberShalamar		A milestone in 80s dance hits
139	Take your time (Do it right)The SOS Band		A classic hit by an R&B group that represents the ’80s
140	Up Where We BelongJoe Cocker & Jennifer Warnes		The famous song from the coming-of-age film of love, 'Departure'
141	Rock the CasbahThe Clash		The Clash in JoJo Part 5 is named after the band.
142	And The Beat Goes OnThe Whispers		An iconic song that sees heartbreak in a positive light, with a rhythm that resonates with the heart.
143	VenusBananarama		A signature hit of Bananarama from the 1980s
144	Uptown GirlBilly Joel		A love story between a young worker and an upper-class woman
145	Arthur’s ThemeChristopher Cross		The theme song of the 1981 film “Arthur”
146	Come On EileenDexys Midnight Runners		Flagship song of Jugg Rock, a US number-one hit
147	Shy BoyBananarama		The appeal of Bananarama, a popular band from the 1980s
148	It’s All A GameNational Pastime		Rediscovering the charm of 80s idol bands
149	Heartbreak BeatThe Psychedelic Furs		A classic song by The Psychedelic Furs from the ’80s
150	Don’t Wanna Lose YouGloria Estefan		Gloria Estefan, her first solo album
151	Never Ending StoryLimahl		Music that lasts forever, a never-ending story
152	I wonder If I Take You HomeLisa Lisa & Cult Jam with Full Force		Lisa Lisa, a standard-bearer of Hispanic music
153	Take It EasyAndy Taylor		Andy's solo single, a song featured in a film
154	Give Me The NightGeorge Benson		George Benson’s classic song becomes a big hit
155	SledgehammerPeter Gabriel		Peter Gabriel hits No. 1 in the U.S. with a smash single
156	Now It’s My TurnBerlin		Teri Nunn’s unexpectedly cool singing voice
157	Mutha (Don’t want to go to school today)Extreme		A fusion band of hard rock and funk
158	One More TryGeorge Michael		George Michael’s year of major solo hits
159	Material GirlMadonna		Madonna, the pop queen who represents the 1980s
160	The Tide Is HighBlondie		Blondie covered the Paragons’ song.
161	SearchingChange		An Italian band from 1979 influenced by Chic
162	9 to 5Dolly Parton		Dolly Parton’s signature blockbuster movie theme song
163	Secret LoversAtlantic Starr		Atlantic Starr's hit songs
164	Do That To Me One More TimeCaptain & Tennille		A classic from the ’80s, a beloved ballad cherished by many.
165	Favorite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl)Haircut 100		Classic songs by 1980s British pop bands
166	When I Think Of YouJanet Jackson		Janet Jackson’s smash hit song
167	Safety DanceMen Without Hats		The band sang anti-establishment themes and went on hiatus.
168	Creeping DeathMetallica		Metallica is a world-famous band.
169	West End GirlsPet Shop Boys		An innovative electropop track with cool vocals
170	DominosRobbie Nevil		Robby keeps thriving even after the hit “C'est la Vie”
171	Psycho KillerTalking Heads		Talking Heads, an innovative music band
172	Make It RealThe Jets		Hit songs and vocals of a brother band from the '80s
173	They Don’t KnowTracey Ullman		Nostalgic PV of the versatile actress Tracy
174	Tryin’ To Kill A Saturday NightKeane		The Keen brothers’ rock band, a classic song
175	Especially For YouKylie Minogue & Jason Donovan		A classic song featuring 80s idols
176	Tainted LoveSoft Cell		A 1964 song that Soft Cell turned into a big hit with their cover
177	What I Like About YouThe Romantics		Detroit rock band breaks big
178	I Can Dream About YouDan Hartman		Insert song from the movie “Streets of Fire”
179	Still of the NightWhitesnake		David Coverdale's WHITESNAKE
180	La BambaLos Lobos		The famous song of the Mexican folk tune 'La Bamba'
181	Red LightsCuriosity Killed The Cat		A soul band from London with outstanding musicality.
182	Don’t You (Forget About Me)Simple Minds		Theme song of “The Breakfast Club”

[1980s Western Music] Nostalgic 80’s Best Hit Songs

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