This singer brought “I Want to Dance with Somebody” to the top of the charts.
The song became one of the best-selling singles of the decade.
This singer was “Born in the U.S.A.” and became an American rock legend.
"Born in the U.S.A." became one of the most recognizable songs of the decade.
“Girls Just Want to Have Fun” was her breakthrough hit.
The fun anthem turned Cyndi Lauper into a pop sensation in the ‘80s.
“Karma Chameleon” was a number-one hit for this colorful band.
"Karma Chameleon" was one of the band’s biggest hits, defining ‘80s pop.
“Purple Rain” made this musician a pop legend.
Prince’s "Purple Rain" album and film cemented his status as a pop icon in the ‘80s.
This artist had a hit with “Dancing in the Dark” in 1984.
"Dancing in the Dark" became one of the most successful singles of Springsteen’s career.
Known for “Like a Virgin,” this pop sensation ruled the ‘80s.
Her 1984 hit "Like a Virgin" was a game-changer for pop music in the ‘80s.
“Material Girl” was one of her defining hits in the ‘80s.
"Material Girl" became one of Madonna’s signature songs, defining her early career.
This singer rocked out with “Edge of Seventeen.”
"Edge of Seventeen" showcased Nicks’ ethereal rock style.
This artist's signature hit “Thriller” featured a groundbreaking music video.
This artist's signature hit “Thriller” featured a groundbreaking music video.
“Rock the Casbah” was a big hit for this British punk band.
"Rock the Casbah" became one of The Clash’s most famous songs.
“Eye of the Tiger” was the iconic theme for this band.
"Eye of the Tiger" became an enduring anthem after its use in "Rocky III."
“Every Breath You Take” was a chart-topping hit for this band.
The song became a defining anthem of the decade with its haunting melody.
Their song “Sweet Child O’ Mine” rocked the charts in 1987.
"Sweet Child O’ Mine" became a classic of ‘80s rock, showcasing the band’s signature sound.
“Faith” became this artist’s best-selling single.
"Faith" was George Michael’s first solo single after leaving Wham!, and it became a massive hit.
Their track “Take on Me” featured a pioneering animated music video.
Their track “Take on Me” featured a pioneering animated music video.
“Here I Go Again” became a hit for this British rock band.
"Here I Go Again" topped the charts in 1987 and became a defining song for the band.
This British group told us “Don’t You Want Me” in 1981.
"Don’t You Want Me" is one of the best-selling songs of the ‘80s, leading the synth-pop trend.
“Livin' on a Prayer” became an anthem for this rock band.
"Livin' on a Prayer" is one of the biggest rock anthems from the ‘80s.
Their song “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” is an ‘80s pop classic.
This upbeat song became an international hit for Wham!.