The Best Wedding Songs of the 1980s

Your Complete Guide to the Decade’s Greatest Hits

From Hair Bands to New Wave

From first dances to last calls, every song is handpicked to match key wedding moments

250+ unforgettable classics spanning New Wave, Rock, R&B, Country, Disco/Post-Disco, Pop & Hip Hop
Expert-curated playlists organized by wedding moment—synth-pop cocktails, rock anthems, romantic slow dances, and party classics
Ready-to-use Spotify playlists with QR codes for instant access to every genre collection
Fascinating music history including chart positions, Grammy wins, and stories behind iconic hits like “Take On Me,” “Sweet Child o’ Mine,” and “Endless Love”
Perfect for couples, DJs, and wedding planners seeking the ultimate 80s soundtrack

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WHAT’S INSIDE

Seven Complete Genre Collections

New Wave & Synth-Pop: Duran Duran • Depeche Mode • The Cure • a-ha • Tears for Fears • Eurythmics

Rock: Journey • Bon Jovi • Van Halen • Bruce Springsteen • INXS • Guns N’ Roses

R&B: Whitney Houston • Prince • Lionel Richie • Luther Vandross • New Edition • Atlantic Starr

Country: Alabama • Kenny Rogers • George Strait • Randy Travis • The Judds • Dolly Parton

Disco & Post-Disco: Kool & the Gang • Billy Ocean • Evelyn “Champagne” King • Shannon • Dazz Band

Pop: Madonna • Michael Jackson • Cyndi Lauper • George Michael • Belinda Carlisle • Rick Astley

Hip Hop: Run-DMC • Beastie Boys • Tone Loc • Young MC • Salt-N-Pepa • DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince

ORGANIZED BY WEDDING MOMENT

Every Song Has Its Perfect Place

Cocktail Hour & Background Songs: Sophisticated synth-pop and smooth tracks that set an elegant tone while guests arrive and mingle

First Dance & Slow Songs: Timeless ballads perfect for intimate moments—”Endless Love,” “Faithfully,” “Cherish,” “Always”

Party Anthems: High-energy classics that pack the floor—”Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Livin’ on a Prayer,” “Sweet Child o’ Mine,” “Pour Some Sugar on Me”

New Wave Dance Floor: Electronic favorites for modern couples—”Take On Me,” “Don’t You (Forget About Me),” “Sweet Dreams,” “Come On Eileen”

Country Celebration: Heartfelt tracks for ceremonies and special moments—”Forever and Ever, Amen,” “Lady,” “Islands in the Stream”

Last Dance Songs: Perfect closing anthems—”Total Eclipse of the Heart,” “Never Tear Us Apart,” “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life”

SONG EXAMPLES

Iconic First Dance Songs:

“Endless Love” – Lionel Richie & Diana Ross
“Faithfully” – Journey
“Heaven” – Bryan Adams
“Cherish” – Kool & the Gang
“Always” – Atlantic Starr

Ultimate Rock Anthems:

“Don’t Stop Believin'” – Journey
“Livin’ on a Prayer” – Bon Jovi
“Sweet Child o’ Mine” – Guns N’ Roses
“Summer of ’69” – Bryan Adams
“Jump” – Van Halen

New Wave Essentials:

“Take On Me” – a-ha
“Don’t You (Forget About Me)” – Simple Minds
“Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)” – Eurythmics
“Come On Eileen” – Dexys Midnight Runners
“Hungry Like the Wolf” – Duran Duran

BONUS FEATURES

Spotify Playlist QR Codes – Instant access to all 7 genre collections for easy listening and planning
Chart History & Fun Facts – Discover which songs won Grammys, hit #1, broke records, or launched careers
Movie & TV Appearances – Learn which tracks were featured in The Breakfast Club, Footloose, Top Gun, and more
Behind-the-Scenes Stories – Find out how Prince discovered Sheila E., the story behind “Livin’ on a Prayer,” and more

WHO IS THIS FOR

Engaged Couples planning an 80s-themed wedding or wanting timeless classics from the decade

Wedding DJs seeking expertly organized setlists with historical context and crowd-tested favorites

Wedding Planners needing comprehensive music guidance across multiple genres

Music Lovers who appreciate one of the greatest decades in popular music history

Incredible Resource
“This guide is incredible! The new wave section alone was worth it. Our cocktail hour was perfect, and guests are still talking about the playlist”.
Rachel & Tom, Married
Best 80s resource for DJs
“As a wedding DJ for 20 years, this is hands-down the best 80s music resource I’ve found. The genre breakdowns and fun facts give me great material for announcements“.
DJ Sarah
Dance floor was packed!
“We wanted an 80s rock theme and this guide delivered! From ‘Don’t Stop Believin” to ‘Sweet Child o’ Mine,’ every song was a hit. The dance floor was packed all night.”
Mike & Jessica, Bride & Groom

Over 250 carefully curated songs organized across 7 genres and multiple wedding moments.

No! While we include QR codes for Spotify playlists, the guide works perfectly on its own with detailed song lists and recommendations.

Absolutely! The 1980s produced timeless classics that work beautifully at any wedding. Many couples blend 80s hits with songs from other eras.

The content is identical. Choose Kindle for easy reading on Amazon devices or the app. Choose PDF for printing or viewing on any device.

Yes! These playlists are perfect for anniversaries, corporate events, themed parties, reunions, and any celebration where great 80s music matters.

Not at all! New wave hits like “Take On Me” and “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” are universally loved classics that get everyone singing along.

Create Your Perfect 1980s Wedding Soundtrack

From synth-pop elegance to rock anthems, every decade-defining hit is here. Featuring “Take On Me,” “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Endless Love,” and 250+ more classics.

Instant digital delivery • 250+ curated songs • Spotify playlists included

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