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In 1980, R.C., “Brass In Pocket (Iʹm Special)” by Pretenders peaked at #14 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Funkytown” by Lipps Inc peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Love Stinks” by J. Geils Band peaked at #38 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Run Like Hell” by Pink Floyd peaked at #53 on the pop singles chart.

In 1980, R.C., “Theme From Mash” by The Mash peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1981, “Superman II” opened in movie theaters in the U.S.A. setting a then record weekend gross of $14 million.

In 1982, The Rolling Stones play an unannounced show at the 100 Club in London. Itʹs where the Sex Pistols started the punk-rock movement about six years earlier.

In 1982, “Combat Rock” album by The Clash was released

In 1982, “Eye Of The Tiger” single by Survivor was released. It was a coincidence that the TV show by the bandʹs name premiered on CBS 18 years later, and they did not appreciate it one bit. “Weird Al” parodied it into “Rye or the Kaiser.”

In 1983, On Days of our Lives, Hope (Kristian Alfonso) was thrilled that Doug and Julie found her the perfect new car, but was not so happy to find out Doug hired Bo (Peter Reckell) as Hope's new tennis instructor. "Suit up, Doll Face, I'll meet you on the court," Bo said to Hope.

In 1984, Lightweight boxing champion, Ray 'Boom Boom' Mancini, boomed no more, when he was defeated in the 14th round of a scheduled 15-round World Boxing Association title fight in Buffalo, New York. Livingstone Bramble is the boxer who did the deed. Never heard from him, again, either…

In 1984, “Dancin' In The Dark” single by Bruce Springsteen was released

In 1984, “Madonna” album by Madonna was certified Gold by the RIAA.

In 1985, On Santa Barbara, Cruz (A Martinez) re-enacted Channing Capwell's murder.

In 1985, R.C., “So” LP by Peter Gabriel entered the United Kingdom album chart at number one.

In 1986, On the cover of TV Guide: “Richard Dean Anderson of MacGyver”. Other Articles: Margaret Colin, Sneak Previews

In 1986, R.C., “Be Good To Yourself” by Journey peaked at number nine on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “If You Leave” by OMD peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Is It Love” by Mr. Mister peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Move Away” by Culture Club peaked at #12 on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Pretty In Pink” by Psychedelic Furs peaked at #41 on the pop singles chart.

In 1986, R.C., “Something About You” by Level 42 peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.

In 1988, “Heʹs The DJ, Iʹm The Rapper” album by DJ Jazzy Jeff and Fresh Prince was certified Gold by the RIAA.

In 1989, After a dispute over who was entitled to use the name Yes, after a series of break-ups, a lineup consisting of Anderson, Squire, White, Howe, Kaye and Wakeman compromised and performed a world tour using the name Yesshows.

In 1985, "Fletch" was released by Universal Pictures; Michael Ritchie (director); Andrew Bergman (screenplay); Chevy Chase, Joe Don Baker, Dana Wheeler-Nicholson, Richard Libertini, Tim Matheson, M. Emmet Walsh, George Wendt, Kenneth Mars, Geena Davis, Bill Henderson, George Wyner, Larry "Flash" Jenkins, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Chick Hearn, Ralph Seymour; Neo-Noir, Comedy, Thriller; Live Action

U.S. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “All The Things She Said” by Simple Minds peaked at number 28 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Be Good To Yourself” by Journey peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Breakdown Dead Ahead” by Boz Scaggs peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Don't Push It, Don't Force It” by Leon Haywood peaked at number 49 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Funkytown” by Lipps, Inc. peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Gee Whiz” by Bernadette Peters peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Has Anyone Ever Written Anything For You” by Stevie Nicks peaked at number 60 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I Only Wanna Be With You” by The Tourists peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I Want You” by Animotion peaked at number 84 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “If You Leave” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Is It Love” by Mr. Mister peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “It's Not A Wonder” by Little River Band peaked at number 51 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Karen” by B.E. Taylor Group peaked at number 94 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Move Away” by Culture Club peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Pretty In Pink” by The Psychedelic Furs peaked at number 41 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Run Like Hell” by Pink Floyd peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Something About You” by Level 42 peaked at number 7 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Heat Of Heat” by Patti Austin peaked at number 55 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “What's Your Hurry Darlin'” by Ironhorse peaked at number 89 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Love Stinks” by The J. Geils Band peaked at number 38 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Bad Boy” by Miami Sound Machine peaked at number 10 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Draggin' You Down” by Streetheart peaked at number 78 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Here Comes My Girl” by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers peaked at number 82 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “If You Leave” by Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Never As Good As The First Time” by Sade peaked at number 34 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Off The Wall” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Rough Boy” by ZZ Top peaked at number 58 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Tender Love” by Force M.D.'s peaked at number 9 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Where Do The Children Go” by The Hooters peaked at number 98 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1980, “White Hot” by Red Rider peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Bassline” by Mantronix peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Body Language” by The (Detroit) Spinners peaked at number 40 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Candybar Express” by Love and Money peaked at number 56 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Dreams” by Grace Slick peaked at number 50 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Givin' It (To You)” by New York Skyy peaked at number 83 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Heartbeat / Love Or Money” by Sammy Hagar peaked at number 67 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “I'm Forever Blowing Bubbles” by Cockney Rejects peaked at number 35 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I'm Your Man” by Barry Manilow peaked at number 96 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “If Your Heart Isn't In It” by Atlantic Starr peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Let's Go 'Round Again” by The Average White Band peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Love Touch” by Rod Stewart peaked at number 27 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “New Rose” by The Damned peaked at number 81 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “No Self Control” by Peter Gabriel peaked at number 33 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Nobody's Hero / Tin Soldiers” by Stiff Little Fingers peaked at number 36 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “One Hit (To The Body)” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 80 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “There'll Be Sad Songs (To Make You Cry)” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 12 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “We Are Glass” by Gary Numan peaked at number 5 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “What's Missing” by Alexander O'Neal peaked at number 90 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Who Made Who” by AC/DC peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Who You Lookin' At?” by Salford Jets peaked at number 72 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Wild Child” by W.A.S.P. peaked at number 71 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1986, “You Can't Blame Love” by Thomas and Taylor peaked at number 53 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Theme From 'M*A*S*H' (Suicide Is Painless)” by The MASH peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Absolutely” by Eurogliders peaked at number 29 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Gonna Get Along Without Ya Now / Your Love” by Viola Wills peaked at number 37 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Great Gosh A 'Mighty (It's A Matter Of Time)” by Little Richard peaked at number 35 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “How Cruel (EP)” by Joan Armatrading peaked at number 60 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “I Am” by Uncanny X-Men peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Inspiration” by The Venetians peaked at number 39 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Manic Monday” by The Bangles peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “No Thunder, No Fire, No Rain” by Tim Finn peaked at number 46 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Off The Wall / Get On The Floor” by Michael Jackson peaked at number 94 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “People / Pages and Matches” by Mi-Sex peaked at number 6 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Rockabilly Rebel / Everybody Needs A Little Love” by Matchbox peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Sexy Eyes / Help Me, Mama” by Dr. Hook peaked at number 41 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Tennis / If You Could Really Love Me” by Chris Rea peaked at number 88 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, “These Dreams” by Heart peaked at number 27 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1986, ⏺🤣 “Rock Me Amadeus” by Falco peaked at number 15 on the Australian pop singles chart.

New Zealand 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Better Than Before” by Sneaky Feelings peaked at number 34 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Dreaming My Dreams With You” by Colleen Hewett peaked at number 34 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Good Luck To You” by Peking Man peaked at number 6 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “If You're Ready (Come Go With Me)” by Ruby Turner featuring Jonathan Butler peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Love An Adventure” by Pseudo Echo peaked at number 50 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “People” by Mi-Sex peaked at number 3 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Run Like Hell” by Pink Floyd peaked at number 30 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Special Lady” by Ray, Goodman and Brown peaked at number 7 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Stomp!” by The Brothers Johnson peaked at number 1 on the New Zealand pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Bad Boy” by Miami Sound Machine peaked at number 5 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Call Me” by Blondie peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Crazy Guitar” by Hank The Knife and The Crazy Cats peaked at number 10 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Give It To Me” by Patricia Paay peaked at number 40 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Hold On To My Love” by Jimmy Ruffin peaked at number 37 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Never As Good As The First Time” by Sade peaked at number 38 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Not Another World War” by Urban Heroes peaked at number 41 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Nou en of, Love” by Frank and Mirella peaked at number 40 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Pata pata” by Osibisa peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Somebody Loves You” by Leslie Vaughn peaked at number 48 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Stars” by Hear 'n Aid peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Talk Of The Town” by The Pretenders peaked at number 24 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “The Roses Ain't Growing Any More” by Frank Ashton peaked at number 39 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Walk Right Back” by Anne Murray peaked at number 32 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, “What's Another Year” by Johnny Logan peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “You To Me Are Everything (The Decade Remix '76-'86)” by The Real Thing peaked at number 15 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1986, “You're Gonna Be Mine” by Novo Band peaked at number 16 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1980, ✪✪ “Computer Games” by Mi-Sex peaked at number 44 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

France 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Close To Me” by The Cure peaked at number 17 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Pas toi” by Jean-Jacques Goldman peaked at number 5 on the France pop singles chart.

In 1986, “When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going” by Billy Ocean peaked at number 6 on the France pop singles chart.

Norway 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Lessons In Love” by Level 42 peaked at number 10 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1980, “What's Another Year” by Johnny Logan peaked at number 1 on the Norway pop singles chart.

Switzerland 1980s Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1986, “Dance With Me” by Alphaville peaked at number 9 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1986, “Geil” by Bruce and Bongo peaked at number 7 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

In 1980, “Non so che darei” by Alan Sorrenti peaked at number 3 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.

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