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- You Spin Me 'Round (Like a Record) 246 votes. More You Spin Me 'Round (Like a Record) #48 of 180 on The Greatest Pop Songs by One-Hit Wonders. #13 of 123 on The Greatest Songs by One-Hit Wonders.
- The Safety Dance. 157 votes. More The Safety Dance. #22 of 123 on The Greatest Songs by One-Hit Wonders. #1192 of 2,068 on The Best Songs Of All Time, Ranked. #54 of 180 on The Greatest Pop Songs by One-Hit Wonders.
- Into the Groove. 210 votes.
- I'm So Excited. 124 votes.
- Into The Groove – Madonna
- Thriller – Michael Jackson
- Girls Just Want to Have Fun – Cyndi Lauper
- Let’s Hear It For The Boy – Deniece Williams
- Footloose – Kenny Loggins
- You Spin Me Round (Like A Record) – Dead Or Alive
- Everybody Have Fun Tonight – Wang Chung
- Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go – Wham!
- Fame – Irene Cara
- Nasty – Janet Jackson
You can’t trust a list of 1980s dance songs that doesn’t start with Madonna. She ruled the decade with her upbeat, alt-pop, girl rocker sound. Artists have been inspired by her for decades. In short, this queen of the stage shaped generations of music and showed the 80s exactly how to express themselves. Net: The best dance and party songs of all t...
If you haven’t seen the music video for “Thriller,” stop what you’re doing and watch it right now. Cinematic, scary, funny, and unforgettable, this song comes complete with its own zombie dance. For a great workout challenge, try learning all the steps. Next: Greatest songs of all time list (our picks for best songs ever)
Cyndi Lauper was another pop icon of the 80s whose multi-colored clothing and hairwere as memorable as her voice. Long considered a girls’ night out anthem, this song is a must-have for any 80s dance playlist you’re putting together. Next: Top karaoke songs for women to sing (our full list)
This song brings a smile to everyone’s face. It’s the quintessential happy 80s tune. With that in mind, it should come as no surprise that it received an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song in the movie Footloose. Next: Greatest 70s dance songs list
Speaking of Footloose, this song is permanently connected to Kevin Bacon, thanks to his epic dance moves in the movie. It was up for a Best Original Song Oscaragainst “Let’s Hear It for the Boy.” Neither song won, but the double nominations secured this soundtrack’s place forever in the hearts of dancers. Next: Ultimate playlist of prom songs to da...
Like all decades, the 80s had a variety of unique sounds. Dead or Alive’s chart-topper is in a minor key, which gives it a slightly goth or alternative rock vibe. Its catchy beat never fails to make the dance floor fill up. That means it’s right at home on this list. Next: The top 90s dance songs (our full list)
Wang Chung was a British “new wave” group, and their 1986 hit stayed at the top or near the top of the charts. It’s still a favorite of 80s fans everywhere. The original draft of this song was actually sad and ironic. Their producer told them to get rid of the irony and make it a party-themed hit. Next: Greatest male singers of the ’80s
Wham! had tons of hits, but this was their first American hit, and it remains one of their most loved. High energy and light-hearted, you’ll likely find yourself bouncing around the dance floor with everybody else as soon as it comes on. The great George Michael wrote and produced this one after his bandmate accidentally wrote the word “up” twice i...
The theme song to the film and TV series of the same name, “Fame” introduced the 80s to what it was going to become. The tune won a well-deserved Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1980. Next: Greatest female singers of the ’80s
Janet and Michael Jackson basically owned the top charts for the entire 80s. “Nasty” appeared on her hit third album, Control, and it went on to win Favorite Soul/R&B Single at the American Music Awards in 1987. Next: Top artists & musicians from the 1980s
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Get into the groove with this playlist of hits from the MTV era, an undeniably danceable decade of popular music. #pop #80s #party.
Get into the groove with this playlist of hits from the MTV era, an undeniably danceable decade of popular music. #pop #80s #party.
Dec 21, 2023 · I’ve compiled the best 80s dance songs, a vibrant collection that captures the energetic and eclectic spirit of the decade. This article is your ticket to reliving the era of neon, synthesizers, and unforgettable dance beats, featuring tracks that continue to fill dance floors worldwide.
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