The 1980s produced a diverse range of unforgettable songs spanning pop, rock, new wave, and more, many of which remain cultural touchstones today. Here are some of the best 80s songs, as highlighted by various reputable lists and playlists:
- “Don’t Stop Believin’” – Journey[2]
- “Living on a Prayer” – Bon Jovi[3][4]
- “Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)” – Eurythmics[2]
- “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” – Cyndi Lauper[2]
- “Let’s Dance” – David Bowie[2][4]
- “Take On Me” – a-ha[4]
- “Careless Whisper” – Wham![3]
- “You Make My Dreams (Come True)” – Hall & Oates[2]
- “I Love Rock ’n’ Roll” – Joan Jett & The Blackhearts[2]
- “Start Me Up” – The Rolling Stones[3]
- “Edge of Seventeen” – Stevie Nicks[2]
- “Jack and Diane” – John Mellencamp[3]
- “Manic Monday” – The Bangles[3]
- “Fast Car” – Tracy Chapman[3]
- “Africa” – Toto[5]
- “Abacab” – Genesis[1]
- “Rosanna” – Toto[1]
- “Silent Running” – Mike & the Mechanics[1]
- “Every Day is Halloween” – Ministry[1]
- “Master Blaster (Jammin’)” – Stevie Wonder[2]
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