By the late 1980s, Whitesnake had become one of the biggest rock bands in the world. Fueled by the explosive success of their self-titled…
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Some songs become so deeply woven into pop culture that they never really leave. Whether blasting through car speakers, filling sports stadiums, or appearing…
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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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Before “Straight Up,” Paula Abdul was known primarily as one of the hottest choreographers in the music business. She had created memorable dance routines…
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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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Few songs capture the optimism and larger-than-life spirit of the 1980s quite like “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now.” Released in 1987, the soaring power…
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Some songs explode onto the charts and disappear just as quickly. Others slowly build a reputation before becoming cultural landmarks. Laura Branigan’s “Gloria” belongs…
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Some songs capture a specific moment so perfectly that they become inseparable from romance itself. Chris de Burgh’s “The Lady in Red” is one…
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Stevie Wonder spent the 1970s creating some of the most groundbreaking music in popular history. Albums like Innervisions, Songs in the Key of Life,…
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Few bands mastered the arena rock ballad quite like Journey, and “Faithfully” stands as one of their greatest achievements. Released in 1983 as the…
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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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When people think of Michael Jackson, they often picture infectious dance hits like “Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” or “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough.”…
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Some songs capture a moment. Others capture a feeling that never fades. “Broken Wings” by Mr. Mister belongs firmly in the latter category. Released…
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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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When most people think of Cyndi Lauper’s breakthrough album She’s So Unusual, energetic hits like “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” and “She Bop”…
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Some love songs fade with the trends of their era. Others become timeless because they express emotions that never go out of style. “Heaven”…
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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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Some songs capture the pain of a breakup with raw emotion. Others explore longing with quiet reflection. “Missing You” by John Waite manages to…
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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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Some songs are remembered for their unforgettable melodies. Others endure because they tell a story listeners never forget. “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)” by…
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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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