5 Rock Songs From 1988 That Sound Even Cooler Today
These tracks of the 1980s have more than outlived their initial success, securing spots as timeless rock staples we love even more decades after their release.
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This Cornball '80s Crooner Was Once A Surprisingly Solid Hard Rock Singer
Known for his powerful vocals, this singer found some success in the rock industry before he found his niche in soulful crooning, with a Disney feature to boot.
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5 Shoegaze Songs From The '90s To Soundtrack Your Dreams
With its trademark effect-laden guitars and muted vocals, shoegaze is one of the most dreamlike subgenres out there.
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'80s Songs For When You Wish You Could Turn Back Time To High School
For kids who were in high school in the '80s, songs from Prince, Bon Jovi, Madonna, and Simple Minds are still reminiscent of those fun, formative years.
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5 Old Rock Tunes We'll Be Blasting On Repeat 'Til The Day We Die
There's always a place in our hearts and turntables for these rock oldies, from one of the earliest swamp rock hits to pre-psychedelic era guitar shredders.
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4 Frontmen Like Journey's Steve Perry Who Passed On The Farewell Tour Of A Lifetime
Steve Perry made music headlines when he quashed rumors about a reunion with Journey, but he's not the only legendary frontman to turn down a reunion tour.
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If You Know These 5 Under-The-Radar Songs, You're A True Fan Of '80s Classic Rock
These tracks failed to hit the charts or were relegated to album deep cuts and never gained the radio play they deserved, but they are true, hidden gems.
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5 Rock Songs Hated By Their Own Artists (But We Love Them Anyway)
What happens if your biggest hit is a song you hate? Surprisingly, it happens far more often than you might think, as Radiohead and Nirvana can attest to.
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'70s Rock Icons That Tarnished Their Own Legacy
From hateful words to a few stolen chords and even crashing a car with drugs and a gun, these '70s rock stars found that their reputation wasn't invulnerable.
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'80s Songs That Nail What It Means To Be Young And Free
From the excitement of a great night out to a loud and proud expression of being free to be yourself, these '80s tunes captured the essence of youthful energy.
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5 Flop Songs From The '80s We Can't Help But Love
Some '80s songs from iconic acts like Talking Heads and Lindsey Buckingham were flops on their release, but have since become eternally classic tunes.
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Iconic '80s Love Songs That Went Platinum
Music in the 1980s splintered into many directions, but the timeless allure of a love song held strong, with these odes to romantic feelings going platinum.
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5 Neil Diamond Songs From The '70s That Are So Underrated
Even with all of his hits, songs that came off of Neil Diamond's '70s albums like "Moods," "Stones" and "Tap Root Manuscript" didn't get the love they deserved.
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The 5 Most Romantic '70s Songs To Crank Up On Valentine's Day
If you want sincerity in a love song, one decade will especially help: the 1970s. One obvious choice is the unparalleled "Let's Stay Together" by Al Green.
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5 Songs From 1969 That Define Rock History
1969 was a pivotal time in the evolution of rock, and songs from bands like the Beatles, CCR, and the Stooges went on to define rock 'n' roll history.
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The Real Story Behind Stevie Wonder's Iconic 1981 Hit Happy Birthday
Stevie Wonder's iconic 1981 hit "Happy Birthday" came from a dream and it was the catalyst for a federal holiday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Forgotten Smash Hits From 1986 That Turn 40 This Year
From a last-gasp hit from a fading arena rock band to breakout solo acts that flamed out, these chart-toppers from 1986 are now approaching a quiet middle age.
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This Upbeat Hit Was The No. 1 Love Song Of 1978
Disco reigned supreme in 1978, but one surprise breakout from a lesser-known and since forgotten star was the longest-running No. 1 love song that year.
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'50s Flop Songs That Turned Into Smash Hits
Whether it was a superb cover, a seasonally timed rerelease, or a reimagining of the original, these flop songs from the '50s eventually found chart success.
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'80s Song Lyrics That Left Everyone Scratching Their Heads
When a song's lyrics don't make sense, we just roll with it even as we say, huh? Here are a few '80s songs with lyrics that may always be head-scratchers.
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5 Songs From 1977 That Sound Even Cooler Today
For Fleetwood Mac, Heat, David Bowie, and other rock trailblazers, 1977 was a banner year for songs that have only gotten better with time.
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Hit '70s Songs With The Worst Vocals
From bizarre and creepy lyrics to vocal performances straight from dive-bar karaoke, these '70s songs became hits despite the best efforts of their singers.
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The 5 Most Timeless '80s Love Ballads
Everyone has their favorite '80s love ballad, and everyone is right about whichever one it is, but a few classics have stuck with us like heirlooms.
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'70s Wedding Songs That Will Stir Up Nostalgia In Every Early Boomer
From the evocative lyrics of Elton John to the irresistible beat of Earth, Wind & Fire, these iconic '70s wedding songs will always be a hit with boomers.
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5 Rock Songs From 1974 That Sound Even Cooler Today
There is something special about music considered timeless. While some songs age well, others get even better as the years go on, like these five from 1974.
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5 Songs From The '60s That Nail The Meaning Of Life
Who among us truly knows the meaning of life? Nonetheless, these songs from the tumultuous '60s certainly touch on some answers that we can all relate to.
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Billy Joel Named 59 People In '80s Hit We Didn't Start The Fire — Only 3 Are Still Alive
Billy Joel's hit song "We Didn't Start the Fire" is based on events and people who shaped the 20th century. Only three people named in the song are still alive.
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