One of the best things that came out of the 80’s was the great free-spirited music that filled our airwaves and 8-tracks. The following is a list of the greatest 80’s karaoke songs to sing.
1. “Wake me Up Before you Go-Go” by Wham!
Wham! was a popular boy band in the 80’s and was the beginnings of famous pop singer George Michael. This is a fun song to sing for karaoke because it really captures the 80’s essence of being carefree and being in love.
2. “Take on Me” by AHA
Whenever I hear this song come on the radio, I turn the volume up really high and sing at the tops of my lungs. It relates to a lot of people and how sometimes you can’t really articulate your feelings at the right time.
3. “Girls Just Want To Have Fun” by Cyndi Lauper
Cyndi Lauper was an icon of the 80’s. Her smash hit, “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” is a karaoke favorite. It captures the 80’s spirit of female empowerment and teenage rebellion.
4. “The Promise” by When in Rome
“When in Rome” was apart of the New Wave 80’s scene that produced many iconic tracks that we still listen to and enjoy today. Their song “The Promise” is a classic that will stand the test of time in karaoke clubs everywhere.
5. “Total Eclipse of the Heart” by Bonnie Tyler
This is one of those emotional karaoke songs that you see people bearing their souls on stage in front of a crowd. You have to give them props for attempting this classic and moving ballad.
6. “Do you Really Want to Hurt Me” by Culture Club
Boy George was a staple of the 80’s pop music scene. This is probably one of his most well-known songs that have been featured in movies like the Wedding Singer and Without a Paddle.
7. “La Bamba” by Los Lobos
Even if you don’t speak Spanish, something about the music gets to you and makes you want to jam. It’s a crowd favorite in karaoke clubs because its fun and gets everyone involved in the song.
8. “Friday” by The Cure
The Cure is emotional. The Cure is brooding. And the Cure is pure 80’s. Their Friday song is a great karaoke tune to jam out to any day of the week.
9. “Beat It” by Michael Jackson
There wouldn’t be the 80’s without Michael Jackson. All of his songs are great for karaoke. But “Beat It” really epitomizes the spirit of youth and rebellion we can all relate to.
10. “Material Girl” by Madonna
Madonna was a great 80’s pop icon. Her fashion sense and independent music style has landed her in the karaoke hall of fame. “Material Girl” is a great karaoke song for women because we all secretly want to be that girl who has everything our heart desires!
