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Discover every UK Top 40 hit from the 1980s. Welcome to Eighties Archive, your comprehensive guide to every UK Top 40 single released between 1980 and 1989. Explore detailed song information, complete chart histories, release dates, artist biographies, record labels, genres and much more—all brought together in one searchable archive dedicated entirely to the music of the decade.
Our growing collection will feature all 3,773 UK Top 40 chart entries from the 1980s, with new songs being added regularly until the archive is complete. Whether you’re reliving favourite hits, researching chart history, or discovering forgotten classics, Eighties Archive is designed to be the ultimate resource for fans of Eighties music.
Browse by year, artist, genre or record label, revisit every UK Number One, explore featured artists and themed collections, or simply enjoy a nostalgic journey through one of the greatest decades in popular music. From chart-topping classics to overlooked gems, every song tells part of the story of the UK’s unforgettable Eighties music scene.
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‘Too Shy’ is a single by English pop band Kajagoogoo. The song peaked at No. 01 in the UK Singles Chart in 1983.
‘Seven Tears’ is a single by German combo Goombay Dance Band. The song peaked at No. 01 in the UK Singles Chart in 1982.
‘Jealous Guy’ is a single by English rock band Roxy Music. The song peaked at No. 01 in the UK Singles Chart in 1981.
‘Another Brick In The Wall’ is a single by English rock band Pink Floyd. The song peaked at No. 01 in the UK Singles Chart in 1980.
‘Something’s Gotten Hold Of My Heart’ is a single by British singer/songwriter Marc Almond and American singer/songwriter Gene Pitney. The song peaked at No. 01 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989.
‘Hand On Your Heart’ is a single by Australian singer/actress Kylie Minogue. The song peaked at No. 01 in the UK Singles Chart in 1989.
‘Woman’ is a single by English singer/songwriter John Lennon. The song peaked at No. 01 in the UK Singles Chart in 1981.
‘First Time’ is a single by American rock singer Robin Beck. The song peaked at No. 01 in the UK Singles Chart in 1988.
‘Desire’ is a single by Irish rock band U2. The song peaked at No. 01 in the UK Singles Chart in 1988.
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SONGS TO BE ADDED SOON
The following songs are being prepared for the Eighties Archive (continuing with No. 1’s) :-
- (1986) – Wham! – The Edge Of Heaven
- (1987) – Mel & Kim – Respectable
- (1988) – Wet Wet Wet – With A Little Help From My Friends
- (1989) – Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers – Swing The Mood
- (1989) – Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers – That’s What I Like
- (1989) – Jive Bunny & The Mastermixers – Let’s Party
- (1980) – The Special A.K.A. – Too Much Too Young (Live)
- (1981) – The Joe Dolce Music Theatre – Shaddup You Face
- (1982) – Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder – Ebony And Ivory
- (1983) – Phil Collins – You Can’t Hurry Love
FOCUS ON 1980
FEATURED ARTIST - PET SHOP BOYS
‘Suburbia’ is a single by English synth-pop duo Pet Shop Boys. The song peaked at No. 08 in the UK Singles Chart in 1986.
‘Opportunities (Let’s Make Lots Of Money)’ is a single by English synth-pop duo Pet Shop Boys. The song peaked at No. 11 in the UK Singles Chart in 1986.
‘Love Comes Quickly’ is a single by English synth-pop duo Pet Shop Boys. The song peaked at No. 19 in the UK Singles Chart in 1986.
‘Always On My Mind’ is a single by English synthpop duo Pet Shop Boys. The song peaked at No. 01 in the UK Singles Chart in 1987.
‘What Have I Done To Deserve This’ is a single by Pet Shop Boys & Dusty Springfield. The song peaked at No. 02 in the UK Singles Chart in 1987.