(I Just) Died in Your Arms
Cutting CrewReported release: 1986Date needs verification | Recent carryover
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The intense emotions of a new relationship
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1987
(I've Had) The Time of My Life
Bill Medley and Jennifer WarnesReported release: 1987Date needs verification
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The climactic dance scene from the film "Dirty Dancing"
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Labi Siffre is a British singer-songwriter and guitarist whose music combines melodic pop with a strong interest in human dignity and social concerns. Crying Laughing Loving Lying established an early audience, and...
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The Beastie Boys began in New York's hardcore punk scene before developing a rap style that retained the energy of rock performance. Licensed to Ill placed rapping alongside conspicuous guitar sounds. Paul's Boutique...
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Loneliness and the desire for companionship
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Enduring love and commitment
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The Jesus and Mary Chain are a Scottish band built around the songwriting partnership of brothers Jim and William Reid. Emerging from East Kilbride, they placed simple pop melodies within dense guitar feedback, an...
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Toughness and street credibility
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Richie's daughter Nicole and father-daughter relationships
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The complexities of love and relationships
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The allure and pitfalls of fame and success
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Swing Out SisterReported release: 1986Date needs verification | Recent carryover
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Escaping from everyday routine and embracing life
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The facades people wear in relationships
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Robbie NevilReported release: 1986Date needs verification | Recent carryover
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Accepting life's ups and downs
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Dan Hill featuring Vonda ShepardReported release: 1987Date needs verification
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Attempting to salvage a failing relationship
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Lost love and regret
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The allure of a charming, romantic figure
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The thrill and risk of falling in love
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Relationship conflicts and public scrutiny
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Reconsidering a relationship
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T'Pau is an English pop-rock group led by singer Carol Decker, with guitarist Ronnie Rogers central to its early lineup. The band signed to Virgin's Siren label and broke through with Heart and Soul in 1987. Its...
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Acceptance and openness in relationships
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Invitation to a romantic adventure
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Personal empowerment and independence
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The overwhelming feelings of love
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Dealing with judgment in relationships
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Promises of love and fidelity
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Instrumental piece inspired by luxury and brilliance
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Lost love and missed opportunities
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Huey Lewis and the NewsRelease: 1986Source checked | Recent carryover
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Dedication and sacrifice in relationships
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The chain reaction of events in life and love
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Preserving the harmony in a relationship
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Crowded HouseReported release: 1986Date needs verification | Recent carryover
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Holding onto hope in difficult times
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The PretendersReported release: 1986Date needs verification | Recent carryover
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Mixed feelings and communication in relationships
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The superficiality of the music industry
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The dynamic nature of feelings and relationships
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Wang ChungReported release: 1986Date needs verification | Recent carryover
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This party anthem encourages listeners to enjoy life and have a good time.
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Boy George became widely known as Culture Club's lead singer, with a distinctive voice, makeup and clothing forming a closely connected musical and visual identity. Songs including Karma Chameleon and Do You Really...
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Tango in the Night recording released in 1987; later returns do not make it a recent release. This recording is included in the 1987 editorial listening list. A documented songwriting-inspiration account has not been...
Read background and sourcesFairytale of New York
The Pogues featuring Kirsty MacCollRelease year not establishedDate review open
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Fairytale of New York was written by Jem Finer and Shane MacGowan and produced by Steve Lillywhite. The Pogues' recording brings MacGowan and Kirsty MacColl together in a Christmas duet whose contrasting characters...
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Breaking free from past relationships and image
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Pseudo EchoReported release: 1986Date needs verification | Recent carryover
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A cover of Lipps Inc.'s 1980 hit about urban excitement
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Jealousy in relationships
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A cover of a 1962 song by James Ray
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All-encompassing love and devotion
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The all-consuming nature of love
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Passion and romance in nighttime encounters
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The pain of romantic disappointment
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Passion and desire in nighttime encounters
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Starting over and self-reliance
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