Billboard Number One Hits of the ’80s: Revisiting 20 Songs That Topped the Charts

This week, I’m joined by guest curator Ben Cheknis — host of the Two Vague Podcast and Patreon Mixtaper — and we’re dialing back the calendar to a decade where the charts ruled everything. Together, we’re building a playlist made up entirely of Number One hits from the 1980s. One thing to note: even the deepest cut had to reach the top spot — even if it only held on for a single week. That means no deep cuts, no album tracks, and absolutely no filler. From MTV-era staples to songs that briefly owned the world before disappearing back into pop history, this episode is a nonstop hit parade from start to finish. If you love your ’80s music big, bold, and radio-dominant — you’re in the right place. 🎙️ LEARN MORE 🎵 Hear the Playlists / Browse the Catalog:⁠ https://myweeklymixtape.com⁠ 💬 Join the Mixtaper Community (Patreon):⁠   / myweeklymixtape⁠   🌐 Connect on Social:⁠ https://myweeklymixtape.com/social-me... 📧 Email the Show / Contact:⁠ https://myweeklymixtape.com/contact⁠ #musicpodcast #musiccommentary #musictalk #musicdiscussion #80s #80smusic #billboard #numberonehits