The 80s was the golden era of pop and rock music that felt larger than life. While plenty of bands that formed in that decade went on to massive careers. Others kind of faded into obscurity after just one hit. However, in the case of these 15, those hits are still incredible over 30 years later.
A-ha - "Take On Me"
Devo - "Whip It"
Twisted Sister - "We're Not Gonna Take It"
Frankie Goes To Hollywood - "Relax"
Toni Basil - "Mickey"
L.A. Guns - "The Ballad of Jayne"
Dead or Alive - "You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)"
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A Flock of Seagulls - "I Ran (So Far Away)"
Men Without Hats - "Safety Dance"
Bobby McFerrin - "Don't Worry Be Happy"
Michael Sembello - "Maniac"
Wall of Voodoo - "Mexican Radio"
Taco - "Puttin' On The Ritz"
Nena - "99 Luft Ballons"
The Vapors - "Turning Japanese"
What was your favorite one hit wonder from the 80s? Let us know in the comments!
When you hear a great song on the radio, do you ever wonder if it's an original or a cover? Many times we think artists are performing this song for the first time when really it has been around for decades. This includes some of your favorite 90s artists who have completely nailed these classics, so much that they have made it their own.10. "Yesterday" Boyz II MenWhile you remember Boyz II Men singing the beautiful ballad in 1994, they weren't the first to lend their voices to it. In fact this song has been covered more than 2200