By Jenna Dreisenstock
Valentine’s Day – it’s one of those holidays that people either adore, or despise. It could be anything from the thought of a lovely candlelit romance with a significant other – the sadness that comes with the pressure society places on us to be in a relationship if we are single; or perhaps just the general apathy when it comes to examining a consumer orientated holiday forged by corporations as a clever marketing scheme to make money. Either way, whether you love or hate Valentine’s Day, we thought it would be fun to share with you some of our favourite 80’s love-oriented hits to enjoy today. Love or hate, these 80’s specialities are so wonderfully catchy and nostalgic one can’t help but sing or dance along even if the thought of Valentine’s Day is not exactly appealing. Also, 80’s music videos – let’s take a moment to admire all those super stylish hairstyles.
Below are some of our favourite 80’s tracks that we hold dear to our hearts:
A Flock Of Seagulls – ‘Space Age Love Song‘
Tears for Fears – ‘Head Over Heels‘
a-ha – ‘Take Me On‘
Depeche Mode – ‘Strangelove‘
Modern Talking – ‘You’re my Heart, You’re My Soul‘
Fine Young Cannibals – ‘She Drives Me Crazy‘
Belinda Carlisle – ‘Heaven Is A Place on Earth‘
The Cure – ‘Just Like Heaven‘
Bronski Beat & Marc Almond – ‘I Feel Love‘
Modern Talking – ‘Cheri Cheri Lady‘
Kate Bush – ‘Hounds of Love‘
Olivia Newton John – ‘Xanadu‘
Pet Shop Boys – ‘Always On My Mind‘
ABC – ‘Poison Arrow‘
A Flock of Seagulls – ‘Wishing (If I Had A Photograph of You)’
We hope you enjoyed our list! What are your favourite 80’s hits?
