Police – Don’t Stand So Close to Me
By 1980, The Police had become one of the most exciting bands in the world. Blending rock, reggae, punk, and new wave into a…
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– 1980
Valotte – Julian Lennon
Carrying one of the most famous last names in music history can be both a blessing and a burden. When Julian Lennon launched his…
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Nobody Told Me – John Lennon
Few artists have left a legacy as profound as John Lennon. As a founding member of The Beatles and later as one of rock’s…
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I Can’t Tell You Why – Eagles
When the Eagles released The Long Run in 1979, they were one of the biggest bands in the world. Following the unprecedented success of…
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Hey Nineteen – Steely Dan
By 1980, Steely Dan had earned a reputation unlike any other band in popular music. While many groups built their careers on relentless touring…
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Heartbreaker- Pat Benatar
When “Heartbreaker” exploded onto rock radio in 1979, it announced the arrival of one of the most powerful new voices in music. Pat Benatar…
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Drivin’ My Life Away – Eddie Rabbitt
At the dawn of the 1980s, few artists blurred the lines between country and pop as successfully as Eddie Rabbitt. With a knack for…
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Biggest Part of Me – Ambrosia
By 1980, Ambrosia had already earned a reputation as one of the most accomplished bands to emerge from Southern California’s thriving rock scene. Their…
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Babe – Styx
When Styx released “Babe” in 1979, few could have predicted it would become the band’s biggest commercial success. Known primarily for ambitious progressive rock,…
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The Rose – Bette Midler
Some songs achieve success because of a catchy melody or a memorable chorus. Others become timeless because they speak to something deeply human. “The…
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Take the Long Way Home – Supertramp
Released in 1979, “Take the Long Way Home” is one of Supertramp’s most enduring songs and a perfect example of the band’s ability to…
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De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da – The Police
Released in November 1980, “De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da” became one of The Police’s most recognizable and misunderstood songs. At first…
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Sara – Fleetwood Mac
Few bands have turned personal turmoil into timeless music quite like Fleetwood Mac, and “Sara” stands among the group’s most emotionally rich and mysterious…
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More Than I Can Say – Leo Sayer
The Timeless Love Song That Became One of Leo Sayer’s Biggest Hits Released in July 1980 as the lead single from Living in a…
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Give Me the Night – George Benson
The Funk-Fueled Classic That Turned George Benson into a Pop Superstar Released in June 1980 as the title track from Give Me the Night,…
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Master Blaster (Jammin’) – Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder’s Joyful Tribute to Bob Marley and the Spirit of Reggae Released in September 1980 as the lead single from Hotter Than July,…
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Love on the Rocks – Neil Diamond
The Heartbreaking Ballad That Became One of Neil Diamond’s Greatest Performances Released in 1980 as the second single from the soundtrack to The Jazz…
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Guilty – Barbra Streisand & Barry Gibb
The Elegant Duet That United Two Pop Music Giants Released in 1980 as the title track and second single from Barbra Streisand’s Guilty album,…
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Funkytown – Lipps, Inc.
The Disco Classic That Refused to Let the Party End Released in March 1980, “Funkytown” arrived at a fascinating moment in popular music. Disco…
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Coward of the County – Kenny Rogers
The Story Song That Became One of Country Music’s Greatest Narratives Released in November 1979, “Coward of the County” stands as one of Kenny…
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America – Neil Diamond
The Patriotic Anthem That Celebrated the Immigrant Dream Released in 1980 as part of the soundtrack to The Jazz Singer, “America” became one of…
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You May Be Right – Billy Joel
The Rowdy Rocker That Showed Billy Joel Had an Edge Released in March 1980 as the lead single from Glass Houses, “You May Be…
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Let My Love Open the Door – Pete Townshend
Pete Townshend will forever be recognized as the brilliant guitarist, primary songwriter, and creative force behind The Who. His groundbreaking work on albums like…
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I Wanna Be Your Lover – Prince
Long before Purple Rain, sold-out stadiums, and global superstardom, Prince Rogers Nelson was a young musician from Minneapolis with an extraordinary amount of talent…
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Heartache Tonight – Eagles
Released in 1979 as the lead single from The Long Run, “Heartache Tonight” arrived during a turbulent period for the Eagles. The band had…
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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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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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Another Brick in the Wall – Pink Floyd
Released in 1979 as the lead single from Pink Floyd’s landmark album The Wall, “Another Brick in the Wall (Part 2)” became one of…
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Little Jeannie – Elton John
Released in 1980 as the lead single from 21 at 33, “Little Jeannie” marked an important moment in Elton John’s career. After dominating much…
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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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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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Woman in Love – Barbra Streisand
When Barbra Streisand released “Woman in Love” in 1980, she was already one of the most accomplished entertainers in the world. She had conquered…
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Hungry Heart – Bruce Springsteen
Before Bruce Springsteen became one of the biggest names in rock music, he was already earning critical acclaim for his vivid storytelling, electrifying live…
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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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Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band – Against the Wind
Released in February 1980 as the title track from the album Against the Wind, Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band’s “Against the Wind”…
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Fame – Irene Cara
Released in May 1980 as the title song from the film Fame, “Fame” became one of the defining anthems of ambition, creativity, and youthful…
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Upside Down – Diana Ross
Released in May 1980 as the lead single from Diana Ross’s album Diana, “Upside Down” became one of the defining hits of the new…
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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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The Tide Is High – Blondie
Not every great hit begins as a chart-topping success. Sometimes a song quietly waits years before the right artist comes along and introduces it…
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Hit Me With Your Best Shot – Pat Benatar
Some songs don’t just become hits—they become rallying cries. The opening guitar riff of Pat Benatar’s “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” is enough…
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Cars – Gary Numan
Long before synthesizers dominated pop music, one song showed the world what the future could sound like. Gary Numan’s “Cars,” released in 1979 and…
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It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me – Billy Joel
Every generation believes it has discovered something completely new. Music changes, fashions evolve, and critics eagerly declare the latest trend to be the future.…
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The Winner Takes It All – ABBA
By 1980, ABBA had already conquered the world. The Swedish quartet had spent most of the previous decade producing an incredible string of international…
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Whip It – Devo
Some songs become hits because they follow the rules. “Whip It” became a hit because it ignored nearly all of them. Released in 1980…
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I’m Coming Out – Diana Ross
Few songs radiate confidence and celebration quite like “I’m Coming Out.” Released in 1980 as the second single from Diana Ross’ self-titled album Diana,…
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