Dive into the haunting allure of Roxy Music's 1981 cover of "Jealous Guy," a shimmering synth-pop tribute to John Lennon that soared to #1 on the UK charts just months after his tragic passing. Bryan Ferry's velvet-smooth vocals weave vulnerability and regret into every note. #80smusic

Step back into the shimmering glow of 1981 with Kiki Dee's underrated pop masterpiece "Star" – a radiant anthem of hope and ambition that soared to #13 on the UK charts, blending her powerhouse vocals (famous from her Elton John duet) with catchy Europop vibes penned by Doreen Chanter. #80smusic

🌟 Flash back to 1981 when Kim Wilde burst onto the scene with her electrifying debut single "Kids in America" – a pulsating new wave anthem that captured the rebellious spirit of youth, freedom, and that irresistible 80s synth-pop vibe! #80smusic

🌍 1981: While the world was still spinning in Cold War shadows, Duran Duran dropped “Planet Earth” like a neon flare into the night. This wasn’t just a debut single; it was a manifesto. #80smusic

Dive into the raw, electrifying energy of 1981 with The Pretenders' "Message of Love" – a blistering anthem where Chrissie Hynde's fierce vocals cut through gritty guitars like a love letter etched in rebellion. #80smusic #pretenders

In 1981, Christopher Cross set sail with his timeless hit "Sailing," a yacht rock masterpiece that captured hearts with its serene melodies and introspective lyrics. From its Grammy-winning glory to its breezy, soul-soothing vibes, this track defined an era of smooth, reflective pop. #80smusic

In 1981, Neil Diamond delivered a timeless gem with Hello Again, the heartfelt ballad from The Jazz Singer soundtrack that captures love, longing, and raw emotion. This soul-stirring single, peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100. #neildiamond #80smusic

In the flickering afterglow of 1981’s post-disco hangover, Boney M dropped the standalone single “Children of Paradise”—a non-album lifeline of sun-kissed reggae-disco optimism that begged for one last dance. #80smusic #disco

Picture this: It's 1981, and a cheeky crooner named Joe Dolce drops "Shaddup You Face"a novelty anthem about a fed-up kid dodging his mama's wooden spoon with broken-English rants. This dubious earworm skyrocketed to 1 including bumping. #80smusic Ultravox's epic "Vienna" off the throne

Remember the raw energy of 1981, when Paul Weller and The Jam unleashed "That's Entertainment" – an acoustic-punk anthem that stripped away the glamour to reveal the gritty poetry of everyday British life, from council estates to late-night TV glow? #80smusic

In 1981, Freeez dropped Southern Freeez, a silky-smooth jazz-funk gem that captured the vibrant pulse of London's underground music scene. This single, with its infectious bassline, lush brass, and soulful vocals by Ingrid Mansfield Allman, blends post-disco grooves with a distinctly British edge.