Hits of the 80s: 200 Tracks That’ll Zap You Back to the Electric Decade
Alright, so you’ve stumbled upon Hits of the 80s: 200 Hits from the Electric Eighties, a bonafide time machine crammed onto one shiny CD (or maybe your streaming app, who knows?). Released in 2009 by Cheap’O’Lata—yeah, that’s really the label—it’s basically a hodgepodge of synth-soaked nostalgia and big-haired bravado. If you’re looking for depth, nuance, or even a tracklist without some questionable choices, well… this ain’t it. But if you wanna relive the decade when shoulder pads were weapons and drum machines ruled the airwaves? Buckle up, buddy.
Let’s start with "Take On Me" by A-ha, because how could you not? That high-pitched falsetto hook still feels like someone injecting pure joy straight into your veins. It’s impossible not to remember this one—it’s like the musical equivalent of neon leg warmers. I mean, who hasn’t tried (and failed) to hit those sky-high notes in the shower? Every time I hear it, I’m transported back to my cousin’s basement, where we’d crank this on his boombox and attempt our own “music video” complete with doodled comic panels. Spoiler alert: none of us looked as cool as Morten Harket.
Then there’s "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" by Whitney Houston. Dude, just saying the title makes me wanna grab the nearest broomstick-microphone and belt it out. This song is peak 80s euphoria—a sugar rush wrapped in sequins. I swear, no matter where you are, this track turns any room into a party. The first time I heard it live—at some dodgy karaoke bar—I thought my eardrums might explode, but honestly? Worth it. There’s something about Whitney’s voice that just punches through all your bad moods and forces you to smile.
Now, here’s the kicker: while flipping through these 200 tracks, you realize the 80s weren’t just about catchy beats; they were kinda chaotic too. Like, why does every other song have an extended intro that goes on forever? And don’t get me started on the saxophone solos—they’re everywhere, lurking in the background like an overeager friend crashing your date. But hey, maybe that’s part of the charm.
So yeah, Hits of the 80s isn’t perfect. Some songs feel like filler, and the production screams bargain bin. But at the end of the day, it’s less about perfection and more about vibes. Listening to this album feels like digging through an old box of VHS tapes—you never know what gem you’ll find next. Or maybe you’ll just end up watching reruns of Knight Rider. Either way, it’s fun.
Final thought: whoever decided to cram 200 hits onto one collection clearly had zero chill—but bless ‘em for it. Because sometimes, you just need a little chaos with your nostalgia. Now excuse me while I go figure out which track taught me how to moonwalk.
