You’d be hard pressed to find a handful of things more 80s symbolic than Jon Cusak, a boom box and this jewel of a song by former Genesis front man Peter Gabriel. Of course, I’m referring to the movie “Say Anything” in which a devastated Cusak (Lloyd Dobler) stands on the front lawn serenading his … Read More
Let’s make one thing abundantly clear before proceeding. When on the pages of MoranAlytics you’ll refer to Kenny Loggins as “Sir” Kenny Loggins. You’ll do so without fail. Neglecting to address the utlimate movie soundtrack performer of all the times as anything other than Sir Kenny Loggins will find you eternally banished in these eyes. If … Read More
If you want to be the one that categorizes “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” as Cyndi Lauper’s signature song you’re within your rights. However, I have but one ditty of hers on this countdown and which one for me is a no-brainer. “Time After Time” is an exquisite love song. With the exception of my … Read More
Being born and raised in the great state of New York, it can’t be overstated how smooth Billy Joel is. He’s a New York City icon and his music is treasured by New Yorkers everywhere. If he couldn’t get any cooler, the dude dated supermodels and not just any — we’re talking Elle Macpherson and … Read More
There’s two things I recall so vividly when “Papa Don’t Preach” was released in 1986—Instantaneously it turned into one of my favorite Madonna songs (with plenty of other contenders), and even more so the total shit-storm it caused from haters protestors. Critics in general and women particularly lost their damn minds over some of the lyrics— … Read More
Believe it or not, the Police had but one single that reached the top of the American Billboard charts, and “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic” wasn’t it. It did hit number-one (along with four other songs) in the UK, proving England is way cooler than the States. Hell, forget England—this song even chart-topped … Read More
To no avail in 1984, a then 13-year old Patrick Moran frantically tried to score a girlfriend named Sherrie for the sole purpose of singing Steve Perry’s “Oh Sherrie” to her. Some 32 years later my buddy Tony hit the Sherrie jackpot, tho he insists on the Frankie Valli “Sherry Baby” reference instead—whatta waste. For … Read More
If you’re young enough and heard this song for the first time, you’d instantly think “Regulate” by Warren G (1994) from the first note. Reality is us elders and/or those in tune with music aged 35+ years know we’re about to groove with Michael McDonald for 3 minutes and 39 seconds. McDonald’s known far more … Read More
I hate starting any countdown with a spoiler, but here’s an obvious nugget to share— Hall & Oates aren’t one-and-done here over the next 100 days. About the only thing I hate about “I Can’t Go For That (No Can Do)” is having to also spell out “No Can Do” in parenthesis. Released in 1981 … Read More
I’m rather obsessed with 80s music and unapologetic about it. If we’re at the club and you hear Debbie Gibson’s “Only in my Dreams” on the jukebox, look no further when seeking the perpetrator. It was my dollar that paid for 3 minutes and 44 seconds of awesomeness. You’re welcome. I’ll take Sergio Mendes over … Read More
