The Top 20 One-Hit Wonders from the 80s

🎵The 80s produced numerous one-hit wonders, with catchy and memorable songs that still resonate today.

🎉These songs captured the spirit of the 80s, combining unique styles and innovative sounds.

🎸Many of these one-hit wonders were by bands that had a distinct sound, but failed to achieve lasting success.

📺MTV played a significant role in launching the careers of several one-hit wonder artists in the 80s.

💃The danceability and infectious energy of these songs made them party anthems and favorites on the dance floor.

What is a one-hit wonder?

—A one-hit wonder refers to an artist or band that achieves mainstream success with only one hit song, failing to replicate that success with subsequent releases.

Which one-hit wonder from the 80s is the most popular?

—The most popular one-hit wonder from the 80s is 'Take On Me' by A-ha, which continues to be widely recognized and played to this day.

Did any one-hit wonders from the 80s become successful later?

—Some one-hit wonder artists from the 80s were able to find success with subsequent releases or in other areas of the entertainment industry, while others faded into obscurity.

Are there any one-hit wonders from the 80s that are considered iconic?

—Yes, several one-hit wonders from the 80s are considered iconic, such as 'Tainted Love' by Soft Cell and 'Come on Eileen' by Dexys Midnight Runners.

What made the 80s a fertile ground for one-hit wonders?

—The 80s was a decade of experimentation and cultural change, with music genres such as New Wave, Synth-pop, and Hair Metal gaining popularity. This allowed for unique and diverse one-hit wonders to emerge.

00:02In this video, we count down the top 20 one-hit wonders from the 80s.

00:37The first song ever played on MTV was included in this list of one-hit wonders.

03:40The band Katrina and The Waves had a one-hit wonder that was popularized by the movie Footloose.

06:02A synth-heavy song with a catchy chorus made it onto this list of the best one-hit wonders from the 80s.

10:08The Fix, known for opening for The Police, also had a one-hit wonder on this list.

13:00The number one spot goes to a song that has over a billion plays on Spotify and is an unforgettable 80s hit.