Prince (featuring Sheena Easton) " U Got The Look" (1987) The song was produced by Quincy Jones and Michael McDonald contributed backing vocals. It would become a #1 hit on the US Billboard Hot 100 for two consecutive weeks in late February 1983. After ABC was inundated with calls about the song, Warner Brothers Records decided to re-release the song after minimal success in early 1982. Patti Austin with James Ingram " Baby, Come To Me" (1982)Īppearing on Austin's album Every Home Should Have One, the track landed in every General Hospital fan's home after appearing on the show. Personally, I think the torn, acid-washed jeans and large hoop earrings helped the popularity of the song too. The video to "Close My Eyes Forever" received heavy airplay on MTV and launched the single to #8 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Using Pat Benetar's rhythm section and Ozzy Osbourne vocals, Lita Ford's Lita album became her most successful album in 1988 and remains to date. Lita Ford with Ozzy Osbourne " Close My Eyes Forever" (1989) They proved to be right as the song had "no where else to go" after reaching #1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart for 3 weeks. Actor Richard Gere and director Taylor Hackford saw the emotional impact it had on the crew while playing during the final scene.
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Film producer Don Hammond demand it wasn't a hit and wanted it to be left off the movie soundtrack, but he was unsuccessful. This track from the An Officer and a Gentleman soundtrack was another to win the award trifecta, taking home a Grammy, Golden Globe, and Oscar in 1983. Joe Cocker and Jennifer Warnes " Up Where We Belong" (1982) The music video was also popular on MTV featuring the pair singing in front of a large screen featuring each other. The song which featured a heavy bass groove would also reach #1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and remain there for two consecutive weeks. George Michael achieved a life-long goal to sing with one of his favorite recording artists and in the process, helped Aretha Franklin finally reach the #1 position on the UK charts. Another interesting trivia fact is after Dirty Dancing was shown on broadcast television in 1991 in the UK, the song became a top ten hit for a 2nd time.Īretha Franklin and George Michael " I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)" (1986)
Besides the commercial success, the song also won critical acclaim by taking home Grammy, Golden Globe, and Oscar awards. charts, this track has helped the Dirty Dancing soundtrack to become the 4th best selling soundtrack of all time.
Headband + Big Hair + Loud Vocals = Rock Ballad.the equation for soundtrack success in the 80s.īill Medley and Jennifer Warnes " (I've Had) The Time of My Life" (1987)Ī #1 hit on the U.S. It peaked at #7 and became one of three songs from the soundtrack to reach the top ten. Loverboy frontman Mike Reno and Heart vocalist Ann Wilson came together for this gem of a love theme for the Footloose soundtrack. Mike Reno and Ann Wilson " Almost Paradise" (1984) A piece of trivia.Richie's song never appeared on the White Nights album because Motown didn't want it released on a different label. The single reached #1 in the US and received an Oscar nomination, losing to Lionel Richie's "Say You, Say Me" which was featured in the same film. The soundtrack to the film White Nightsstarring Gregory Hines and Mikhail Baryshnikov was the place to find this awesome '80s ballad. Phil Collins & Marilyn Martin " Separate Lives" (1985) The sound really matched the styles of both artists at the time. To me, it's one of the best rock duets from the 80s. Originally released on Bryan Adam's multi-platinum album Reckless, "It's Only Love" peaked at #5 on the U.S. Off we go, in no particular order.īryan Adams with Tina Turner " It's Only Love" (1985) If you feel the need to relive these songs in action, click the song title for a video performance.
So without creating a massive all-encompassing Top 100 '80s duets list (which I could definitely see myself achieving,) I'll focus on the traditional male/female duets that had us practicing "the lift" and calling the missing persons department over a lost mouse. I definitely want to recognize classic mash-ups like "Walk This Way" and "Under Pressure" by David Bowie & Queen. Now don't fret Aerosmith & Run DMC fans, because I plan to do more duet playlists in the future.
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