Playlist · Pop
Hitster fun
A playlist by Jolanda 1971
A high-energy journey through the definitive anthems of the 80s. From synth-pop icons and dancefloor legends to soaring rock ballads, this playlist captures the ultimate decade of hits. Turn it up and relive the magic of a golden era.
Era strip
Through the decades
26 of 26 dated songs (100%) come from the ’80s.
Peak: ’80s (100%)
1981–1987
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- 1 Billie JeanMichael Jackson
- 2 Like a VirginMadonna
- 3 Purple RainPrince
- 4 Hungry Like the WolfDuran Duran
- 5 ShoutTears for Fears
- 6 Greatest Love of AllWhitney Houston
- 7 Livin' on a PrayerBon Jovi
- 8 In the Air TonightPhil Collins
- 9 Take on Mea-ha
- 10 Sweet Child o' MineGuns N' Roses
- 11 Every Breath You TakeThe Police
- 12 Girls Just Want to Have FunCyndi Lauper
- 13 Don't Stop Believin'Journey
- 14 AfricaToto
- 15 Take Me Home TonightEddie Money
- 16 The Final CountdownEurope
- 17 Careless WhisperGeorge Michael
- 18 Blue MondayNew Order
- 19 Tainted LoveSoft Cell
- 20 Walking on SunshineKatrina and the Waves
- 21 When Doves CryPrince
- 22 I Just Called to Say I Love YouStevie Wonder
- 23 Wake Me Up Before You Go-GoWham!
- 24 Material GirlMadonna
- 25 Eye of the TigerSurvivor
- 26 Down UnderMen at Work