Music on Film

The 80s were a golden era for movie music. From iconic theme songs to memorable soundtracks, the music of the 80s left a lasting impression on popular culture. Here are some of the most memorable movie songs and soundtracks from the 80s:

• Ghostbusters - The theme song for this classic supernatural comedy was a smash hit in 1984. Composed by Ray Parker Jr., the song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and won an Academy Award nomination.

• Footloose - The Footloose soundtrack was a massive hit, featuring the title track by Kenny Loggins and hits from other artists like Bonnie Tyler, Deniece Williams, and Sammy Hagar.

• Top Gun - The Top Gun soundtrack was another huge success, featuring the power ballad "Take My Breath Away" by Berlin and the upbeat track "Danger Zone" by Kenny Loggins.

• The Karate Kid - The Karate Kid soundtrack featured hits from the likes of Survivor, Joe Esposito, and Peter Cetera. But it was the song "You're the Best" by Joe Esposito that has become synonymous with the movie.

• Dirty Dancing - The Dirty Dancing soundtrack was a phenomenon, selling over 32 million copies worldwide. Featuring hits from Patrick Swayze, Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes, and Eric Carmen, the soundtrack continues to be a favorite for fans of the movie.

• The Breakfast Club - The Breakfast Club soundtrack was a blend of new wave, pop, and rock hits from the likes of Simple Minds, Wang Chung, and Karla DeVito. The song "Don't You (Forget About Me)" by Simple Minds became an anthem for the movie and the era.

• Back to the Future - The Back to the Future soundtrack had a little bit of everything, from Huey Lewis and the News' "The Power of Love" to the instrumental theme composed by Alan Silvestri. The soundtrack perfectly captured the adventurous spirit of the movie.

The 80s were a time when movies and music were inextricably linked, and the movie soundtracks of the era are a testament to that. The songs and soundtracks from movies like Ghostbusters, Footloose, Top Gun, The Karate Kid, Dirty Dancing, The Breakfast Club, and Back to the Future continue to be beloved by fans of both movies and music. Whether you were alive during the 80s or discovered the music later, the movie songs and soundtracks of the era are sure to transport you back in time.