Frustration and arrogance. A playlist with the best songs between 1980 and 1989. The 1980s marked a defining moment in musical history. Without a doubt, 80s music spawned some of the most iconic artists and unforgettable songs. Synth-pop leads, beat box rhythms, and catchy guitar riffs imprinted the era with an unforgettable soundscape. From New Wave to perfect pop ballads like Michael Jackson's Man in the Mirror and Cyndi Lauper's Time After Time, the sense of innovation led to expansive genres that artists later build upon. Whether you love it or hate it, 80s music serves as a prominent reminder of how it once shaped the backdrop and vivid colors of pop culture in the 80s.