The 80s were one of the most iconic and influential decades in music. In fact, many 80s songs remain popular hits to this day. Here are 25 80s songs that still feel relevant today.

You could take many pathways to becoming a recording star in the 80s. Perhaps the most underrated of those was to first gain notoriety on afternoon soap operas. The soaps were hot in the 80s, and they ...

Pop music hits dominated the cultural discussion in the 80s at an unprecedented level. Songs weren’t just hits. They were ubiquitous staples of the radio and also, thanks to the rise of video, major ...

A nostalgic deep dive into the catchy hits that ruled the airwaves. The 1980s delivered an explosion of bold sounds, neon style, and unforgettable hooks, but not every artist remained in the spotlight ...

Some songs from the '80s truly embody the don't you forget about me mantra. They may not be top of mind anymore, but somehow you still remember every lyric—even if you have no idea why. So grab your ...

The 1980s pulsed with an electric energy that transformed not just music, but the entire cultural landscape of America. This was the decade when MTV revolutionized how we consumed music, when ...

Ah, the mixtape! A time honored tradition of Gen X'ers looking to express their feelings through music and sharing with others. Classic Rock Magazine recently put Def Leppard's Phil Collen through the ...

Whitney Houston Performs In Paris Bercy on May 18th, 1988. She is one of the best female vocalists of the 1980s. The 1980s were a great time for music, with so many iconic female singers and vocalists ...

If you grew up in the '80s, there's a strong chance you had a favorite network sitcom. Here's how well those have held up ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Chiu is a freelance music writer based in New York. 1982: British pop group The Thompson Twins members: Tom Bailey, Alannah ...

From the technical brilliance of Neil Peart to Phil Collins' emotional barrage, these '80s songs will be forever recognizable for their iconic drum solos.