Our 80s playlist packs 50 classic hits, from Billie Jean, Take On Me and Come On Eileen to Livin' on a Prayer, Total Eclipse of the Heart and Don't Stop Believin'. Stream it free on Spotify at a 40th or 50th birthday, an 80s fancy dress party or a retro silent disco.
New wave and synth pop come first with Duran Duran, Human League and Soft Cell. Rock anthems and movie hits follow, then the closing run is pure singalong.
The full tracklist
- Billie Jean - Michael Jackson (1983)
- Purple Rain - Prince (1984)
- Like a Virgin - Madonna (1984)
- Don't You (Forget About Me) - Simple Minds (1985)
- Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This) - Eurythmics (1983)
- Take On Me - A-ha (1984)
- Every Breath You Take - The Police (1983)
- Rio - Duran Duran (1982)
- Don't You Want Me - Human League (1981)
- Blue Monday - New Order (1983)
- Tainted Love - Soft Cell (1981)
- Vienna - Ultravox (1981)
- Beat It - Michael Jackson (1983)
- Material Girl - Madonna (1985)
- Girls Just Want to Have Fun - Cyndi Lauper (1983)
- When Doves Cry - Prince (1984)
- Livin' on a Prayer - Bon Jovi (1986)
- Pour Some Sugar on Me - Def Leppard (1987)
- Welcome to the Jungle - Guns N' Roses (1987)
- Back in Black - AC/DC (1980)
- Time After Time - Cyndi Lauper (1984)
- Radio Ga Ga - Queen (1984)
- Here Comes the Rain Again - Eurythmics (1984)
- Let's Dance - David Bowie (1983)
- Jump - Van Halen (1983)
- You Give Love a Bad Name - Bon Jovi (1986)
- Eye of the Tiger - Survivor (1982)
- Sweet Child O' Mine - Guns N' Roses (1988)
- Footloose - Kenny Loggins (1984)
- Total Eclipse of the Heart - Bonnie Tyler (1983)
- Jessie's Girl - Rick Springfield (1981)
- Under Pressure - Queen and David Bowie (1981)
- 99 Red Balloons (99 Luftballons) - Nena (1983)
- Come On Eileen - Dexys Midnight Runners (1982)
- Should I Stay or Should I Go - The Clash (1982)
- Danger Zone - Kenny Loggins (1986)
- With or Without You - U2 (1987)
- Walk This Way - Run DMC and Aerosmith (1986)
- Push It - Salt-N-Pepa (1987)
- Everybody Wants to Rule the World - Tears for Fears (1985)
- Don't Stop Believin' - Journey (1981)
- Africa - Toto (1982)
- Hungry Like the Wolf - Duran Duran (1982)
- Careless Whisper - George Michael (1984)
- Shout - Tears for Fears (1984)
- Never Gonna Give You Up - Rick Astley (1987)
- Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go - Wham! (1984)
- I Want to Know What Love Is - Foreigner (1984)
- Where the Streets Have No Name - U2 (1987)
- Another One Bites the Dust - Queen (1980)
Why these songs work
The 80s gave us MTV, the Walkman and the power ballad. These songs were built to be big, so they still sound massive today.
We kept a mix of pop, rock and new wave so everyone gets a favourite. No artist plays twice in a row, which keeps the energy moving.
Bring this playlist to life at a silent disco
Stage a decades battle by pairing these hits with our 90s playlist and our 70s playlist. Guests choose their era with one press.
A quick look round the room tells you which decade has the most fans. Every guest controls their own volume.
Partying in South Wales or West Wales? Our Full Service team is happy to run the whole retro night for you. Further away, DIY hire is posted to the UK mainland and Northern Ireland. Book your 80s night.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best 80s party songs?
Livin' on a Prayer, Don't Stop Believin', Billie Jean, Girls Just Want to Have Fun and Sweet Dreams are huge 80s party hits. They're all here.
Is this playlist good for a 40th birthday?
Yes. It suits anyone who grew up in the 80s or loves the music.
Does it include power ballads?
Yes. Total Eclipse of the Heart, Africa and Every Breath You Take are in there.
Is the 80s playlist free?
Yes. It's free to stream from the V360 Silent Disco Spotify account.
Can I have an 80s silent disco?
Yes. Load this on one channel and other decades on the others.
Do you hire silent disco headphones for retro parties?
Yes. DIY hire reaches the UK mainland and Northern Ireland. Full Service covers South Wales and West Wales.
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Hire silent disco headphones
Bring the 80s back to life with glowing headphones. Leg warmers optional, singalongs guaranteed. Our crew runs retro nights in South Wales and West Wales.
