The Best of the 80s Music

I was as shocked as the rest of the world when I read in the news about the death of the King of Pop. Even though I am not a loyal fan of Michael Jackson, I joined millions of people in grieving of his untimely passing. Michael was truly a music legend, through his song he was able to reach out to people and in one way or another help the world come together. He may have lived a life that was full of mysteries and intrigues but his memory will always be cherished and he will always be loved by his millions of die hard fans. To the millions of fans, he was a total performer but to the people who knew him well, he was a loving son, brother, and most of all a loving father to his kids. Wherever he is right now, I am certain that he is happy and is smiling back at us. His music will remain and will continue to live on from generation to generation. The world is lucky to have known a person named Michael Jackson.

Debbie made a huge success during the 80s. Of course everyone of us knows that, right? Born as Deborah Gibson on August 31, 1970 in Long Island New York, she scored a string of hits when she was still 17 years old. Although her success didn't last that long Debbie Gibson was the youngest artist ever to have written, performed, and produced a number one song. The songs that made it big in the charts during the 80s are "Foolish Beat" and "Lost In Your Eyes".

Just like Debbie Gibson, Tiffany was phenomenal during the 80s. Tiffany Renee Darwish was born on October 2, 1971 @ Norwolk California. Her professional singing career was on 1981 with the country singer Jack Reeves . She passed a hat to the crowd after performing and collected $235 to make it her first career earning. It was on 1984 when she signed her first recording contract with George Tobin. Tiffany released her first album on 1987 and instantly gained popularity. Hits after hits, Tiffany was named the youngest female artist to have a number one debut album in the billboard. Her career suffered when her manager and her mother and stepfather battled over the control of her career and earnings. Since then Tiffany never regained the "Teen Queen" popularity. She made several come back attempts but all of the albums she released never made it big.

Madonna will always remain a music icon for decades to come. Her contribution to the music industry is unquestionable. She was able to maintain her very successful career over the past years.She always tried to reinvent herself to suit the latest trend in music. Millions of people still wait for her next concert schedule, it only proves that Madonna fever is still alive. Born Madonna Louise Veronica Ciccone on August 16 1958 in Bay City, Michigan. Her mother died when she was only 6 years old due to breast cancer.Her music career starts when she was signed by Sire Records in 1982. Her first album named "Madonna" was released the following year. She and Hollywood actor Sean Penn got married in 1985 and after 4 years their marriage ended in a divorce. She won her first Grammy in 1992 for Best Music Video in "Long Form" under the Madonna album. It was also in 1992 when signed Time Warner to create Maverick, her own record label. Since then Madonna has been unstoppable.

Their original band name was actually "The Supersonic Bangs" then later changed it to "Bangs". They have to changed their band name again after a band from New Jersey which have the same band name threatened to sue them, so finally they settle for the "Bangles" as their permanent band name. The group was formed in Los Angeles in 1981. Their biggest hit was the song entitled "Eternal Flame" the group split shortly after releasing the song due to friction between the group. They have a total of 4 full length album and 1 greatest hits album. Their song "Manic Monday" was written by Prince, it became #2 in the United States, Germany, and United Kingdom. Their most successful album was released in 1988 called "Everything", it became a huge hit and went multi platinum. It also contained their biggest hit "Eternal Flame" that became #1 world wide. On August 2007, the band released their first official, live DVD called, Return of Bangleonia - Live in Concert.

Below is the list of top 40 hits back in 1981 as published by Billboard

1. Call Me - Blondie
2. Another Brick In The Wall - Pink Floyd
3. Magic - Olivia Newton-John
4. Rock With You - Michael Jackson
5. Do That To Me One More Time - Captain & Tennille
6. Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
7. Coming Up - Paul McCartney
8. Funkytown - Lipps Inc.
9. It's Still Rock And Roll To Me - Billy Joel
10. The Rose - Bette Midler
11. Escape (The Pina Colada Song) - Rupert Holmes
12. Cars - Gary Numan
13. Cruisin' - Smokey Robinson
14. Working My Way Back To You-Forgive Me Girl - Spinners
15. Lost In Love - Air Supply
16. Little Jeannie - Elton John
17. Ride Like The Wind - Cristopher Cross
18. Upside Down - Diana Ross
19. Please Don't Go - K.C. & The Sunshine Band
20. Babe - Styx
21. With You I'm Born Again - Billy Preston & Syreeta
22. Shining Star - Manhattans
23. Still - Commodores
24. Yes - I'm Ready - Teri De Sario With K.C.
25. Sexy Eyes - Dr. Hook
26. Steal Away - Robbie Dupree
27. Biggest Part Of Me - Ambrosia
28. This Is It - Kenny Loggins
29. Cupid-I've Loved You For A Long Time - Spinners
30. Let's Get Serious - Jermaine Jackson
31. Don't Fall In Love With A Dreamer - Kenny Rogers & Kim Carnes
32. Sailing - Christopher Cross
33. Longer - Dan Fogelberg
34. Coward Of The County - Kenny Rogers
35. Ladies Night - Kool & The Gang
36. Take Your Time - S.O.S. Band
37. No More Tears (Enough Is Enough) - Barbra Streisand & Donna Summer
38. Too Hot - Kool & The Gang
39. More Love - Kim Carnes
40. Pop Muzik - M

I am sure you all know what kind does the 80s people had. Looking at the 80s artists, they seem to have a common hairstyle. Personally, every time I look at the 80s artist, I can't help but laugh. I find their hairstyle unique. Most of the girls likes to have bangs. Some liked it huge making their heads looks so big.

Anyways, I have found this site that features 80s hairstyles.

80s Fashion: 80s Hairstyles