Our Lips Are Sealed – The Go-Go’s
Some songs sparkle with an energy that instantly transports listeners to another time and place. The Go-Go’s “Our Lips Are Sealed” is one of…
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– 1981
Shake It Up – The Cars
By the early 1980s, The Cars had already established themselves as one of rock’s most innovative bands. Blending sleek new wave, guitar-driven rock, and…
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Down Under – Men at Work
Every decade has songs that instantly transport listeners to a particular place and time. “Down Under” by Men at Work does exactly that. Released…
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Centerfold – J. Geils Band
Some songs are impossible to hear without immediately smiling. “Centerfold” by The J. Geils Band is one of those rare records. Released in 1981…
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Don’t You Want Me – Human League
Few songs have done more to define the sound of the early 1980s than “Don’t You Want Me.” Released in late 1981 as the…
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Tainted Love – Soft Cell
Every so often, an artist takes an overlooked song and completely transforms it, creating a version so distinctive that it overshadows the original. That’s…
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Jessie’s Girl – Rick Springfield
Some songs become hits because they’re beautifully written. Others succeed because they’re irresistibly catchy. “Jessie’s Girl” by Rick Springfield managed to be both. Released…
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I Love Rock N’ Roll – Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
Some songs define an artist. Others define an entire attitude. “I Love Rock ‘N Roll” by Joan Jett & the Blackhearts accomplished both. Released…
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