{"id":141627,"date":"2023-06-06T20:50:25","date_gmt":"2023-06-06T19:50:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.society19.com\/uk\/?p=141627"},"modified":"2023-06-06T20:50:26","modified_gmt":"2023-06-06T19:50:26","slug":"best-80s-songs-you-need-on-your-playlist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.society19.com\/uk\/best-80s-songs-you-need-on-your-playlist\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Best 80&#8217;s Songs You Need On Your Playlist"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re into 80&#8217;s music then you\u2019re sure to know the majority of these songs, however if you\u2019re knew to this genre then I would recommend checking out every song on the list below. These are my personal top pics from my own 80\u2019s playlist so get listening!<\/p>\n<h2>1. Dexys Midnight Runners- Come on Eileen<\/h2>\n<p>This is one of my all-time favourite songs and never gets old. The build up to the chorus is truly great and really gets you ready for what\u2019s to come next. If you don\u2019t wear a pair of baggy dungarees and learn the dance from \u2018The Perks of Being a Wallflower\u2019, then you\u2019re doing it all wrong I\u2019m afraid.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<h2>2. Toto &#8211; Africa<\/h2>\n<p>Toto\u2019s Africa has massively taken off this year, and so if you don\u2019t know it already then where have you been? There is honestly no better feeling than singing this at the top of your lungs. Undeniably a must have from the 80\u2019s.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Rupert Holmes \u2013 Escape (The Pina Colada Song)<\/h2>\n<p>This song is more widely known as \u2018The Pina Colada Song\u2019 and while the chorus is extremely catchy, this song all comes down to the lyrics. This song is set out as a story and a hilarious one at that so if you\u2019ve never paid attention to it before, then get your headphones and listen closely.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<h2>4. Redbone &#8211; Come and get your love<\/h2>\n<p>Redbone\u2019s song has probably become famous recently due to the Guardians of the Galaxy films (which also have great soundtracks). The song is simple but very catchy and will soon have your head bopping to the beat which persist through the song.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Blue Suede, Bjorn Skifs &#8211; Hooked on a feeling<\/h2>\n<p>Now this may start weird, and you may ask who these men are chanting, but trust me. This is one of the best songs of the 80\u2019s and once the chanting stops is a song that will definitely get you up and dancing.<\/p>\n<h2>6. Silver &#8211; Wham Bam Shang-A-Lang<\/h2>\n<p>Although not very well known in the 80\u2019s, this song has definitely become quite popular in recent years. It doesn\u2019t matter if you don\u2019t know what Wham Bam Shang-A-Lang means, because who really does. All that matters is this is a song you definitely need on your playlist.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">\n<h2>7. The Outfield &#8211; Your Love<\/h2>\n<p>This is another song that tells a story and if you listen to the lyrics you will be hooked completely. It leaves you wanting to hear more and is one you could definitely sit listening to on repeat.<\/p>\n<h2>8. Prince &#8211; I Wanna Be Your Lover<\/h2>\n<p>Because is it really an 80\u2019s playlist without a bit of Prince. I personally think this is one of Prince\u2019s best songs and is one that will get you dancing for sure from the beginning.<\/p>\n<h2>9. Daryl Hall &amp; John Oates &#8211; You Make My Dreams<\/h2>\n<p>This is 100% a feel good song! The beat builds from the start and really gets you moving. If this song comes on when you\u2019re out, then everyone will be on the dancefloor.<\/p>\n<h2>10. Cyndi Lauper &#8211; Girls Just Want to Have Fun<\/h2>\n<p>Girls just want to have fun is a complete classic and one that everyone knows, so if it\u2019s not already on your 80\u2019s playlist, then what have you been doing? Get on it!<\/p>\n<h2>11. Prince &#8211; Kiss<\/h2>\n<p>I know, Prince again. But you honestly can\u2019t go wrong with these songs. This is definitely a song that builds so hang in there. Once it hits the chorus and Prince breaks out those high notes you\u2019ll love it.<\/p>\n<h2>12. Billy Joel &#8211; Uptown girl<\/h2>\n<p>An 80\u2019s favourite that has stayed popular all these years. Even if you didn\u2019t know you knew the words, you\u2019ll soon be signing your heart out. Sing it Billy!<\/p>\n<h2>13. Madonna &#8211; Like A Virgin<\/h2>\n<p>As well as being a great song to hear on a night out, it also is great for confidence and 100% makes woman feel sexy when they listen to it. So, if you\u2019re looking for a little girl power before your night out the Madonna has you covered.<\/p>\n<h2>14. Marvin Gaye &#8211; Sexual Healing<\/h2>\n<p>Just like Madonna this song will get you feeling sexy and ready for the night in no time. And although it is a bit slower than the others, it is sure to get your hips moving.<\/p>\n<h2>15. Wham! &#8211; Club Tropicana<\/h2>\n<p>There is no better way to finish an 80\u2019s playlist than with a bit of Wham! The build-up to this song is enough to get me dancing, and there\u2019s nothing better than hitting that chorus for the first time and throwing your hands in the air.<\/p>\n<h3>What 80&#8217;s songs do you suggest? Tell us in the comments!<\/h3>\n<h6>Featured Image Source: www.pinterest.com<\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re into 80&#8217;s music then you\u2019re sure to know the majority of these songs, however if you\u2019re knew to this genre then I would recommend checking out every song on the list below. These are my personal top pics from my own 80\u2019s playlist so get listening! 1. 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