Greatest Songs of the 1980s part I

These are my favorite songs from the 1980s...part 1 of 3....

It’s in the Way that You Use It- Eric Clapton
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0XQwazkx10

Refugee- Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFnOfpIJL0M&ob=av2e

Run Like Hell- Pink Floyd
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2aOccbfAqE

Nobody Told Me-John Lennonhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_0di2IL440

1943 in Music

World War II continued to dominate the domestic scene. Meanwhile, Frank Sinatra causes a near riot in Times Square. Traffic was blocked for hours.

The songs of 1943:

The Mills Brothers: Paper Dollhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2m8VZBfRYo

Bing Crosby: Sunday, Monday or Always
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5KZfKWheTg

Glenn Miller: That Old Black Magichttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kvq8k91sAco

Rudy Vallee: As Time Goes Byhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKW0QZgi79M

Dio: Rainbow in the Dark (1983)

Dio thought the demo for "Rainbow in the Dark" sounded too pop and almost destroyed the tape. His band talked him out of it and the song became one of his signatures. "Rainbow in the Dark" is about Dio's feelings after leaving Black Sabbath. He is the "Rainbow", which was also a band he fronted for a time.

Live:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUXSTY9AW-s

Studio:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_h4ESpTIhE&feature=related

Heart: These Dreams (1986)

Heart really did not do pop ballads before "These Dreams". The song also featured Nancy Wilson on vocals as opposed to Ann. Stevie Nicks turned down the song, which went to #1 in 1986. Reminds me of junior high....probably not a good thing there!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41P8UxneDJE&ob=av2e

Guns n Roses: It's So Easy (1987)

Duff McKagan wrote "It's So Easy" when the band had little money, but a lot groupies. So, the band lived off the groupies and hangers on. Slash changed the song from a hippie ode to a hard rocker. The song helped define GnR when they broke back in '87.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUwW7RI3U0w&ob=av3n

Motorhead: Ace of Spades (1980)

"Ace of Spades" helped define Motorhead. In popular culture, the term refers to death. During the Iraq War, Saddam Hussein was the Ace of Spades when the U.S. published cards with his face on it. Meanwhile, Motorhead chugs along. The band helped redefine and reinvigorate heavy metal in the late 70s and early 80s. They pioneered thrash and speed metal as well.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iwC2QljLn4

Stone Temple Pilots: Sour Girl (2000)

The video for "Sour Girl" is just weird. Weiland became a Buffy fan and got Sarah Michelle Gellar to appear in the video, which also featured satanic teletubbies. Very strange!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YxS4lqppZ6Y&ob=av2n

Bob Marley: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 1994

Rock Hall Bio:

http://rockhall.com/inductees/bob-marley/bio/

Official Site:

http://www.bobmarley.com/

Bob Marley was a highly influential reggae musician and political activist. He preached Pan-Africanism and a neo-back to Africanism.

He helped form “The Teenagers” in 1963, which evolved into the Wailers. His work later made reggae mainstream and his influence can be heard in The Police, Eric Clapton, and Blondie.

Simmer Down (1964):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItIkqcss0iU

Get Up Stand Up (1973):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JuMlHdxiIZ8

I Shot the Sheriff (1973):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WXtTIedyAY&feature=fvst

No Woman No Cry (1974):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGqrvn3q1oo

The Wailers broke up in 1974, but Marley kept the Wailers name for his new band. In 1975, he broke.

In 1976, he tried to ease tensions between political rivals and was shot. He survived and went into exile for a time.

Waiting in Vain (1977):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AzMUfYpCwQk

Jamming (1977):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFRbZJXjWIA

One Love/People Get Ready (1977):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Jy9mq7Cyu0

Is This Love (1978):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHekNnySAfM

Could You Be Love (1980):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_i-gcWdBUb8

Redemption Song (1980):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yXRGdZdonM

Bob Marley died in 1981 from cancer.

Buffalo Soldier (1983):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pzOx-Zzh2k

Iron Lion Zion (1992):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tESLeLhYg0M

Sun is Shining (1999):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59G67qq19e0
　

Duane Eddy: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 1994

Rock Hall Bio:

http://rockhall.com/inductees/duane-eddy/bio/

Eddy pioneered the Twang-guitar sound that led to a number of hits in the late 50s/early 60s. In 1960, he was the first rock guitarist to promote his own signature model. The latest version was released in 2011.

Rebel Rouser (1958):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGPG_Y-_BZI

Cannonball (1958):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxSYHagsBsk

Forty Miles of Bad Road (1959):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2z7nAaTr6JQ

Because They’re Young (1960):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cklf5k10yLU

Peter Gunn (1960):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=296wS9ome4M

Pepe (1961):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQYqmYEWasw

The Ballad of Paladin (1962):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSagjIc3slk

Dance With the Guitar Man (1962):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gk85_TIT_w

Boss Guitar (1963):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEIMTvAsxpc

Peter Gunn w/Art of Noise (1986):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH33RIfi2KI

Elton John: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 1994

Rock Hall Bio:

http://rockhall.com/inductees/elton-john/bio/

Began playing pub piano at 15. He formed his first band in 1964. John met Bernie Taupin in 1967 and the two became staff songwriters at DJM Records.
Eventually, they wrote for John to record.

Border Song (1970):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VIH11m6QGk

　
John Lennon called this the greatest thing since the Beatles:

Your Song (1970):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBCVEcjScTQ&ob=av2n

Levon (1971):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vke6sYTxgJA

Tiny Dancer (1972):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBS-fGJUVNY

Rocket Man (1972):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNNl3C0qvKg&ob=av2n

Crocodile Rock (1972):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2Ta0qCG8No

Daniel (1973):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UA78e27R_J4

Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting (1973):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26wEWSUUsUc

Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (1973):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7wwZVB4yMI

Candle in the Wind (1974):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NoOhnrjdYOc&ob=av2e

Bennie and the Jets (1974):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjUk3Bp16zs

Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me (1974):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rijQG1zlp7s

The Bitch is Back (1974):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HxYuCsj26s

Philadelphia Freedom (1975):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sd6P2Tu8rw

Somebody Saved My Life Tonight (1975):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1Ap66som1o

Don’t Go Breaking My Heart w/Kiki Dee (1976):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwJ_XuAgMNM

I Guess That’s Why They Call it the Blues (1983):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6KYAVn8ons

I’m Still Standing (1983):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHwVBirqD2s&ob=av2e

Sad Songs (1984):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X23v5_K7cXk&ob=av2e

Nikita (1985):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xIi8LZZJIVo

That’s What Friends Are For w/ Stevie Wonder, Dionne Warwick, & Gladys Knight (1985):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGbnua2kSa8

I Don’t Wanna Go on with You Like That (1988):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wyi9AbfUa1E

Healing Hands (1989):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEJxSrblQMs

Sacrifice (1989):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrLkTZrPZA4&ob=av2n

Club at the End of the Street (1990):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgYVoBjHFuk

Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me w/George Michael (1991):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsKqMNDoR4o&ob=av2e

True Love w/Kiki Dee (1993):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhLjyuXpgfk

Can You Feel the Love Tonight (1994):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9_nXlvY6Io

Circle of Life (1994):

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Ok_3j0Ijd4

Candle in the Wind 1997 (1997):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0PKcKbjlKg

This Train Don’t Stop Here No More (2002):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsuHAn54wPs

Are You Ready For Love (2003):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BT5qv1BlbZc

If It Wasn’t For Bad w/Leon Russell (2010):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBlkpXE3lkM

John Lennon: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 1994

Rock Hall Bio:
 http://rockhall.com/inductees/john-lennon/bio/

Official Site:

www.johnlennon.com

John Lennon lost his mother when he was 17. He had no contact with his dad until his Beatles’ years. In 1957, he formed the Quarrymen, which evolved into the Beatles. The Beatles became the biggest band ever to walk the Earth giving them freedom to produce what they wanted. During the band’s latter years, Lennon branched out.

He filmed an anti-war movie in 1967:

How I Won the War:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=logjz5y2Ots

He performed at The Rolling Stones Rock n Roll Circus (1968):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvKkH0Vwxug&feature=related

Lennon released three experimental albums before the Beatle’s broke up.

In 1969, he and Yoko put on a number of bed-ins for peace.

Give Peace A Chance (1969):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkZC7sqImaM

Cold Turkey (1969):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEnNEIVR9EM

Instant Karma (1970):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqP3wT5lpa4

After the Beatles’ breakup, Lennon went solo. In 1970, he underwent Primal Therapy to deal with his childhood traumas.

Mother (1970):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkOoZDK7Rz8

Power to the People (1970):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtvlBS4PMF0

Working Class Hero (1971):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njG7p6CSbCU

Imagine (1971):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLgYAHHkPFs

Lennon feuded with former mate Paul McCartney…

How Do You Sleep (1971):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GK7CLXHSr1M

…while preaching peace.

Happy Xmas (War is Over):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yN4Uu0OlmTg

　
In 1972, John and Yoko hosted the Mike Douglas Show for a week.

Mind Games (1973):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dHUfy_YBps

During an 18-month stretch, he experienced his so-called “lost weekend” with May Pang. He later returned to Yoko.

Whatever Gets You Through the Night (1974):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjWebKavfuI

#9 Dream (1975):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGFvlnCq-ts

During this period, he collaborated with Elton John, Mick Jagger and David Bowie. He co-wrote “Fame” with Bowie.

Lennon retired in 1975 to help raise his son Sean.

In 1976, he was granted permanent residency in the U.S. after a four year battle with immigration. Also in 1976, Saturday Night Live offered the Beatles $3000 cash if they would reunite. Lennon and McCartney were watching the show at the same time and almost drove to the studio.

Lennon returned to the studio and released his final studio album in 1980.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-F3MJjcRkc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yeiu7A41Tlw&feature=related


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZh_BqJqKns&feature=related

　

Starting Over (1980):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utc09QGs-3c

On December 8, 1980, John Lennon was shot and killed by a deranged fan.

Woman (1981):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-x1FsvOAz4


Watching the Wheels (1981):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Da69-pu_pqc

Nobody Told Me (1984):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_0di2IL440

Elton John and Leon Russell: If It Wasn't For Bad (2010)

This is just top notch...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBlkpXE3lkM

Johnny Otis: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 1994

Rock Hall Bio:

http://rockhall.com/inductees/johnny-otis/bio/

　
Official Site:

http://www.johnnyotisworld.com/

Otis began in swing orchestras and started his own band in 1945.

Harlem Nocturne (1945):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bYPnfXXUp4

His band toured with The Robins (who became the Coasters) and had hits into the 50s.

Double Crossing Blues (1949):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYT0U9lzHkI

Mistrustin’ Blues (1949):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrYM6ScvDC4&ob=av2n

Misery (1949):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrYM6ScvDC4&ob=av2n

Cupid Boogie (1950):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6hinSB4m4A

Wedding Boogie (1950):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Faixg0pTDn8

All Night Long (1951):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fE1jVB0abE

Call Operator 210 (1952):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sEJGtNNNwy4

He switched labels in 1951 and struggled on the charts. However, he discovered Etta James, co-wrote “Hound Dog”, and produced.

Hound Dog by Big Mamma Thornton (1951):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_nNNIYTy9g

In 1955, he started his own label. In 1957, he scored his signature hit, and last major success.

Willie and the Hand Jive (1957):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxU995zbfno

Country Girl (1969):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-R-DbR0tp0

In 1969, he recorded an album of pornographic material under an assumed name. From the 60s until 2006, he remained active in journalism, politics, music, religion, business and radio.

Johnny Otis died in 2012.

The Band: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 1994

Rock Hall Bio:

http://rockhall.com/inductees/the-band/bio/

The Band combined country with old rock, and Motown. They formed in the early-to-mid 60s and backed up Bob Dylan. Dylan had gone electric and needed a backing band.

After touring with Dylan, they cut their own album in a pink house leading to the album Music from Big Pink.

The Weight (1968):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LAcP_v-j3I

Woodstock:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Blz_sef-jj4

Up on Cripple Creek (1969):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDnlU6rPfwY

The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down (1969):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ceRg_rxXQ_E&feature=related

King Harvest (1969):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_hsp4SBwO4

Easy Rider:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMy3AbpkYvw

The Shape I’m In (1971):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXXmJwcAmso

Most Likely You Go Your Way (And I’ll Go Mine) w/Bob Dylan (1974):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djUzDcX3vCM

The Band tired of touring and decided to break up, but not before they filmed the seminal concert film, The Last Waltz. Directed by Martin Scorsese and featuring a group of all stars.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RjqcTsxx-8

Acadian Driftwood (1975):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ykBbB4D_-I

The Band reunited without Robbie Robertson in 1983

By 1986, they were a three-piece. Since then, they have played with Ringo Starr’s All Star Band, Roger Waters, and the Grateful Dead.