4 Forgotten Pop Hits From 1982 That Still Sound Fresh Today
The article revisits four 1982 pop hits it argues have been overshadowed by other music from that year but remain worth hearing.
– The Motels’ “Only The Lonely” reached No. 9 in the US, aided by its music video.
– Juice Newton’s “Love’s Been A Little Bit Hard On Me” peaked at No. 7 and earned a Grammy nomination.
– Ronnie Milsap’s cover of “Any Day Now” topped US country and adult-contemporary charts, reaching No. 14 on the Hot 100.
– Eddie Money’s “Think I’m In Love” reached No. 16 on the Hot 100 and No. 1 on Top Rock Tracks.
- Four overlooked 1982 hits are highlighted.
- Several achieved strong US chart positions.
- The selections span pop, country and rock.