Do That to Me One More Time – Captain & Tennille
Captain & Tennille – “Do That to Me One More Time” Intro Released in late 1979 and reaching its chart peak in early…
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While You See a Chance – Steve Winwood
Released in 1981 as the lead single from Arc of a Diver, “While You See a Chance” marked a remarkable turning point in Steve…
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Ride Like the Wind – Christopher Cross
Released in 1980 as the debut single from Christopher Cross’s self-titled first album, “Ride Like the Wind” introduced audiences to one of the smoothest…
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Little Lies – Fleetwood Mac
Released in 1987 as the third single from Tango in the Night, “Little Lies” marked another remarkable chapter in Fleetwood Mac’s storied career. More…
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Kokomo – The Beach Boys
Released in 1988, “Kokomo” became one of the most surprising comeback hits in popular music history. Nearly a quarter-century after redefining American pop music…
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A Groovy Kind of Love – Phil Collins
Released in 1988, “A Groovy Kind of Love” became one of Phil Collins’ most successful ballads and further cemented his status as one of…
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You Belong to the City – Glenn Frey
Released in 1985, “You Belong to the City” became the defining solo hit of Glenn Frey’s post-Eagles career and one of the signature songs…
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On My Own – Patti Labelle & Michael Mcdonald
Released in 1986, “On My Own” became one of the biggest adult contemporary hits of the decade and an unforgettable showcase for two of…
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I Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues – Elton John
By 1983, Elton John had already built one of the most remarkable careers in popular music. The previous decade had produced an astonishing run…
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Arthur’s Theme (Best That You Can Do) – Christopher Cross
Movie theme songs have long occupied a special place in popular music, but only a select few have become classics that endure well beyond…
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Sailing – Christopher Cross
Every so often, a song comes along that seems to exist outside of time. Christopher Cross’s “Sailing” is one of those rare recordings. Released…
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Open Arms – Journey
Power ballads became one of the defining sounds of the 1980s, but few have achieved the lasting popularity of Journey’s “Open Arms.” Released in…
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Longer – Dan Fogelberg
Beautiful love songs often endure because they capture emotions that never go out of style. Dan Fogelberg’s “Longer” is one of those rare recordings.…
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Holding Back the Years – Simply Red
Long before Simply Red became one of the most successful soul-pop bands in the world, Mick Hucknall wrote a deeply personal song about growing…
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Don’t You (Forget About Me) by Simple Minds
Certain songs become so closely associated with a film that it’s nearly impossible to think of one without the other. “Don’t You (Forget About…
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Carrie – Europe
When Europe released The Final Countdown in 1986, most listeners expected more hard-hitting rock anthems like the album’s explosive title track. Instead, one of…
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Chariots of Fire – Vangelis
Instrumental songs rarely dominate popular music charts. Even fewer become cultural landmarks that remain instantly recognizable decades later. Yet “Chariots of Fire” by Vangelis…
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99 Luftballons – Nena
Language has rarely been a barrier for great music, and “99 Luftballons” proved that in spectacular fashion. Released in 1983 by the German band…
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Valerie – Steve Winwood
Some songs enjoy instant success. Others take a more surprising path before becoming classics. “Valerie” by Steve Winwood falls into the second category. Originally…
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Kyrie – Mr. Mister
Few songs from the 1980s are as instantly recognizable as “Kyrie” by Mr. Mister. With its soaring chorus, polished production, and unforgettable melody, the…
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I Can Dream About You – Dan Hartman
Some songs become so closely associated with a movie that it’s easy to forget they have a life of their own. “I Can Dream…
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Higher Love – Steve Winwood
By the mid-1980s, Steve Winwood had already enjoyed an extraordinary career. He had been the teenage voice behind the Spencer Davis Group’s “Gimme Some…
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Everytime You Go Away – Paul Young
Not every great hit begins as an instant classic. Sometimes, an overlooked song finds new life in the hands of another artist who discovers…
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The Living Years – Mike + the Mechanics
There are songs that entertain, songs that inspire, and songs that quietly change the way people think about their own lives. “The Living Years”…
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Making Love Out of Nothing at All – Air Supply
here are love songs, and then there are songs so emotionally overwhelming that they seem to exist in a category all their own. “Making…
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At This Moment – Billy Vera & the Beaters
Music history is filled with songs that became instant hits, climbing the charts within weeks of their release. “At This Moment” took a very…
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Sussudio – Phil Collins
Few songs from the 1980s inspire as much debate—and as much dancing—as “Sussudio.” Released by Phil Collins in 1985, the track became one of…
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Land of Confusion – Genesis
By the mid-1980s, Genesis had mastered the art of creating music that balanced commercial appeal with thoughtful songwriting. While the band had evolved from…
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Bette Davis Eyes – Kim Carnes
Every so often, a song comes along that completely reshapes an artist’s career while becoming inseparable from an entire decade. For Kim Carnes, that…
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Angel of the Morning – Juice Newton
Released in early 1981 as the lead single from Juice, “Angel of the Morning” became the signature hit of Juice Newton’s career and one…
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These Dreams – Heart
Released in January 1986 as the third single from the self-titled album Heart, “These Dreams” became a milestone in the legendary band’s career. The…
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Take It on the Run – REO Speedwagon
Released in March 1981 as the second single from Hi Infidelity, “Take It on the Run” became one of REO Speedwagon’s biggest hits and…
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You Can’t Hurry Love – Phil Collins
Released in November 1982 as the lead single from Hello, I Must Be Going!, “You Can’t Hurry Love” became one of Phil Collins’ biggest…
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The Flame – Cheap Trick
Released in April 1988 as the lead single from Lap of Luxury, “The Flame” became the biggest hit of Cheap Trick’s career and introduced…
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Amanda – Boston
Released in September 1986 as the lead single from Third Stage, “Amanda” marked Boston’s triumphant return after an eight-year absence from the music scene.…
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Rock Me Amadeus – Falco
Released internationally in 1985 from the album Falco 3, “Rock Me Amadeus” became one of the most unlikely global hits of the 1980s. Performed…
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Lady – Kenny Rogers
Released in September 1980 as the lead single from Kenny Rogers’ Greatest Hits album, “Lady” became one of the biggest songs of his remarkable…
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You’re the Inspiration – Chicago
Released in November 1984 as the third single from Chicago 17, “You’re the Inspiration” became one of Chicago’s most beloved songs and one of…
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One More Night – Phil Collins
Released in January 1985 as the second single from No Jacket Required, “One More Night” became one of Phil Collins’ most successful ballads and…
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Hold on to the Nights – Richard Marx
Released in June 1988 as the third single from his self-titled debut album, “Hold On to the Nights” became Richard Marx’s first No. 1…
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Hard to Say I’m Sorry – Chicago
Released in May 1982 as the lead single from Chicago 16, “Hard to Say I’m Sorry” marked one of the most important turning points…
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Somewhere Out There – Linda Ronstadt & James Ingram
Released in November 1986 as the centerpiece of the An American Tail soundtrack, “Somewhere Out There” became one of the most beloved duets of…
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All Out of Love – Air Supply
Released in June 1980 as the second single from Lost in Love, “All Out of Love” became one of Air Supply’s signature songs and…
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After All – Cher & Peter Cetera
Released in February 1989, “After All” brought together two of pop music’s most distinctive voices for one of the era’s most memorable romantic duets.…
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Never Gonna Let You Go – Sergio Mendes
Released in 1983 as the lead single from Sérgio Mendes’ self-titled album, “Never Gonna Let You Go” became one of the biggest adult contemporary…
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