the greatest 80s

soundtrack songs

What makes 80s soundtrack songs incredible? That’s a difficult question to answer because there are so many! We all have our personal favorites that bring back great memories or maybe inspire your curiosity about the era. But which 80s soundtrack songs are the most iconic?

What Makes 80s Soundtrack Songs Great?

What Makes 80s Soundtrack Songs Great?

It’s no wonder so many 80s movies had incredible soundtracks. Sure, the plots were a little cheesy. And hey, maybe the 80s were not the height of high-brow cinema. But they sure left their mark. Young love, teenage struggle, and coming of age stories were common movie themes in the 80s. MTV was a new unstoppable force, and music subculture suddenly became a hot topic to explore.

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Maniac by Michael Sembello

Maniac by Michael Sembello

Appeared In: Michael Sembello and Dennis Matkosky wrote Maniac for the 1983 movie Flashdance. The film plot centers around young Alexandra, a welder by day who dreams of becoming a professional dancer. The song Maniac plays as Alexandra trains vigorously for her dance audition.

Purple Rain by Prince

Purple Rain by Prince

About the Song: As far as 80s soundtrack songs go, Purple Rain might have the most significant legacy. The music is so good that even Prince himself felt overwhelmed by its power. Rolling Stone ranks Purple rain as #18 of the 500 greatest rock songs of all time. Prince utilized elements from the film when playing Purple Rain live, driving his audience to reverence and emotional exaltation.

If You Leave by Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

If You Leave by Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark

Appeared In: OMD recorded If You Leave for the final scene in the classic 1986 film Pretty In Pink. High school artsy girl Andie goes to the prom with her best friend Ducky but leaves in the arms of her crush – the popular rich kid.

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