The 80s were a remarkable era for change, specifically for bands that were in the music trade at the time. New fashion, technology, music and styles were all introduced to the people. Whether you were into New Wave, Electro Pop, Synthpop, Hip Hop, House, Rap or Hard Rock or any of the other number of bands and artiste that evolved from the 80s. Every song played it's part in making such a memorable decade for music that we are all now paying tribute to the bands and acts of the 80s.

Here is a list of the top 30 biggest selling hits of the 80s decade compiled as a compilation from a variety of sources and poles that have been poled over the years.

1. Michael Jackson / "Billie Jean" (1982)
2. Madonna / "Like a Virgin" (1984)
3. Prince / "Kiss" (1986)
4. Cyndi Lauper / "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" (1984)
5. Bon Jovi / "Livin' on a Prayer" (1986)
6. Guns N' Roses / Sweet Child O' Mine (1987)
7. AC/DC / "You Shook Me All Night Long" (1980)
8. Journey / Don't Stop Believing (1981)
9. U2 / "With Or Without You" (1987)
10. The Bangles / "Walk Like an Egyptian" (1986)
11. Dexy's Midnight Runners / "Come On Eileen" (1982)
12. Michael Jackson / "Beat It" (1982)
13. A-Ha / "Take On Me" (1985)
14. Wham! / "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" (1984)
15. Queen and David Bowie / "One Vision" (1985)
16. Soft Cell / "Tainted Love" (1981)
17. Phil Collins / "In the Air Tonight" (1981)
18. U2 / "Pride (In the Name of Love)" (1984)
19. The B-52's / "Love Shack" (1989)

20. Eurythmics / "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)" (1983)
21. Dead or Alive / "You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)" (1985)
22. Billy Idol / "White Wedding" (1988)
23. Bonnie Tyler / "Holding Out for a Hero" (1985)
24. Toni Basil / "Mickey" (1981)
25. Depeche Mode / "Just Can't Get Enough" (1981)
26. Blondie / "Call Me" (1980)
27. Human League / "Don't You Want Me?" (1981)
28. Lionel Richie / "All Night Long (All Night)" (1983)
29. Robert Palmer / "Addicted to Love" (1985)
30. Katrina and The Waves / "Walking On Sunshine" (1983)

Hits from the 80s are back, so if you're having an eighties themed night or maybe booking any number of the 80s tribute bands that have sprung up, you would expect most of these songs to be somewhere in their song list.

80s tribute bands, tribute acts and theme nights are now more widespread than ever before. The ageless hits from the 80s have sparked a trend for social events as it gives people a great excuse to dress up, have fun and revive the flamboyant 80s era. 80s tribute bands have replaced the mundane function bands that you use to see at events, for something that is a lot more lively and entertaining. If you do book an 80s tribute band don't go for just one artist but try to book one that pays tribute to several bands from the 80s.

Why not have a fancy drees party where you and all your guests can dress-up and pay tribute to their favourite artiste of the 80s?