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Legendary Western rock masterpieces and hit songs of the 80s

Aerosmith, Queen, Bon Jovi, Van Halen, David Bowie, Ozzy Osbourne, AC/DC…

From the legendary Western rock that defined the 1980s, here are the classic and hit tracks recommended by our studio staff.

It’s a mighty playlist by rock giants who rewrote the history of music worldwide.

Playlist

Legendary Western rock masterpieces and hit songs of the 80s
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1eastAnother One Bites the DustQueenA signature song by Queen, with a black music vibe.
2eastEvery Breath You TakeThe PoliceSignature song by The Police, a chart-topping classic
3eastTake on mea-haAn iconic, refreshing Nordic band song from the '80s
4eastBack In BlackAC/DCAC/DC’s signature song “Back in Black” album
5eastAngelAerosmithAerosmith’s hit song, No. 3 in the U.S.
6eastWe’re Not Gonna Take itTwisted SisterTwisted Sister’s Rebel Song
7eastTalk Dirty To MePoisonPoison’s iconic hit that represents the ’80s
8eastYouth Gone WildSkid RowA legendary song that captures the rebellious spirit of youth
9eastHot For TeacherVan HalenA classic brimming with Eddie’s guitar and a exhilarating sense of speed
10eastRestless HeartWhitesnakeA moving song by a legendary band from the 80s
11eastLet’s DanceDavid BowieThe musicality and depth of spirit of David Bowie
12eastSweet Child o’ MineGuns N’ RosesGuns N’ Roses’ signature song became a huge hit
13eastDon’t Stop Me NowQueenQueen, an indomitable masterpiece, loved around the world
14eastHere I Go AgainWhitesnakeA signature song by Whitesnake, a tale of heartbreak and hope.
15eastPanamaVan HalenA classic 80s heavy metal anthem, a must-listen for rock fans.
16eastI Wanna RockTwisted SisterThe Rebel Song of Twisted Sister
17eastDr. FeelgoodMötley CrüeThe classic song that warns about drug problems, “Dr. Feel…”
18north_eastRainbow In The DarkDioDio’s classic “Holy Diver”: a portrayal of loneliness and hope
19north_eastLivin’ On A PrayerBon JoviBon Jovi’s signature 80s rock song
20south_eastYou Shook Me All Night LongAC/DCLegendary rock band AC/DC, powerful tracks!
21east(Wish I Could Fly Like) SupermanThe KinksThe Kinks’ disco rock, exhilarating music
22eastDream WarriorsDokkenDokken: a heavy metal masterpiece of loneliness and melancholy
23eastRock You Like A HurricaneScorpionsA classic by Scorpions that represents the 1980s
24north_eastLay It DownRattAn iconic 80s glam metal song, passionate
25south_eastOwner of a Lonely HeartYESA lonely anthem for Jesus, packed with groove
26eastWaitWhite LionThe classic by White Lion, A Vow of Love
27eastCrazy TrainOzzy OsbourneOzzy makes his musical debut with his first solo album
28eastPhotographDef LeppardPopular rock band tops the charts with a hit song
29eastUrgentForeignerForeigner's signature album becomes a massive hit
30eastAbout A GirlNirvanaThe masterpiece by the grunge masters, Nirvana.
31eastYou Give Love a Bad NameBon JoviBon Jovi’s hit song becomes popular through Cup Noodles commercial
32eastJumpVan HalenThe story of Van Halen’s classic album “1984”
33eastOneMetallicaA signature song by Metallica, nominated for a Grammy Award
34eastWith or Without YouU2U2’s hit song “With or Without You”
35eastOpen ArmsJourneyPower ballad from San Francisco
36eastDon’t You Want MeThe Human LeagueHit songs of 80s new wave
37north_eastWrapped Around Your FingerThe PoliceMusic that fuses The Police’s rock and reggae
38south_eastThe Final CountdownEuropeThe popular European song “The Final Countdown.”
39south_eastStart Me UpThe Rolling StonesA grand-scale signature work by the Stones
40eastComfortably numbPink FloydPink Floyd, the profound world of music
41eastWaiting for a Girl like YouForeignerThe Legendary Smash Hits of Michael Jackson
42eastGirls, Girls, GirlsMötley CrüeA sex, drugs, and rock ’n’ roll band
43eastAfricaTOTOToto’s signature song hits No. 1 on the Billboard chart
44eastLet’s DanceDavid BowieDavid Bowie's signature works and his final album
45eastUnder PressureQueenA collaborative song by two legendary rock stars
46eastGirls on filmDuran DuranSignature single by Duran Duran
47eastTotal Eclipse of the HeartBonnie TylerBonnie Tyler’s smash hit is hugely popular around the world.
48eastThe RiverBruce SpringsteenBruce Springsteen's soul-stirring masterpiece
49eastBeat ItMichael JacksonMichael's signature song, a fusion of R&B and rock
50north_eastI Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking ForU2U2, a globally popular rock band
51south_eastMoney For NothingDire StraitsA song that mocked MTV ironically became a hit on MTV.
52eastAloneHeartHeart covers 'Taking a Cold Look'
53eastDon’t Stop Believin’JourneyJourney’s classic, a signature work from the Steve Perry era
54eastYou Spin Me RoundDead Or AliveHit Eurobeat songs from the '80s are very popular in Japan.
55eastPromises In The DarkPat BenatarPat Benatar's powerful vocals
56eastKarma ChameleonCulture ClubCulture Club’s big hit song from the 1980s
57eastYou Might ThinkThe CarsPopular songs on Computer G
58eastStraight from The HeartBryan AdamsGaining attention before their breakthrough, a major hit in ’84
59north_eastKeep On Loving YouREO Speed WagonREO Speedwagon's smash hit
60south_eastEye of the TigerSurvivorThe theme song of the movie Rambo III, a moving piece.
61north_eastBreaking The LawJudas PriestA Judas Priest classic sung by Halford
62south_eastCenterfoldThe J. Geils BandA hit song by The J. Geils Band becomes a global smash.
63south_eastHurts So GoodJohn MellencampThe renamed life of a blockbuster 80s Rockman
64eastThe TrooperIron MaidenSignature song of a metal band, representative of the 80s
65eastBorn In The U.S.Bruce SpringsteenA patriotic song set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War
66eastThe Best Of TimesStyxThe Chicago band STYX was hugely popular in the 1980s.
67eastScary Monsters (And Super Creeps)David BowieBowie has had a major impact on music and culture.
68eastHeat Of The MomentASIAProgressive rock masterpieces in odd time signatures
69eastHotel CaliforniaThe EaglesEagles, the legendary country rock band
70eastWelcome To The JungleGuns N’ RosesThe History and Influence of Guns N’ Roses
71eastHolding Out For A HeroBonnie Tyler1980s hit songs, Welsh female vocalist
72eastI Love Rock ‘n’ RollJoan Jett & The BlackheartsJoan Jett achieves major success in rock
73eastMaking Love Out Of Nothing At AllAir SupplyPopular hit songs by Australian bands
74eastPurple RainNelsonPrince: innovative in music and appearance
75eastYou May Be RightBilly JoelA shift in musical style from an urban feel to American rock
76eastThe ReflexDuran DuranA classic song by a British band that defined the MTV era
77eastRock You Like a HurricaneScorpionsSignature songs and history of Scorpions
78eastAgainst All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now)Phil CollinsPhil Collins' hit songs and awards
79eastThis Little GirlGary U. S. BondsBono’s classic, produced by Springsteen