The longevity of 80s pop music isn't an accident. There are three key reasons these songs have survived for over four decades:
: Blended funk, rock, and pop to create a unique Minneapolis sound. Whitney Houston top pop hits 80s
: A massive 1981 hit that became one of the year's best-selling singles. "Every Breath You Take" by The Police The longevity of 80s pop music isn't an accident
This song is the poster child for 80s synth-pop. While it hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, its true legacy is the groundbreaking music video—combining live action with pencil-sketch animation. The soaring chorus and Morten Harket’s incredible falsetto make it impossible to skip when it comes on the radio. It is, without question, a perfect pop song. "Every Breath You Take" by The Police This
While Billboard rankings change week to week, the following songs are universally recognized as the pillars of 80s pop music.