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In 1985, bands like Simple Minds, Tears for Fears, and A-ha all had huge hits. For kids in high school, those songs made that year the best of the decade.
Read MoreWhile Glenn Frey and J.D. Souther were sharing a Los Angeles apartment, Jackson Browne was living one floor below and writing this future Eagles classic.
Read MoreDramatic ballads, bouncy finger-snappers, and even a little island groove — the love songs of 1993 gave the year a slate of tracks unrivaled in the decade.
Read MoreWhether heard on the radio or seen on TV during their favorite shows, boomer kids would forever remember these famous '70s jingles for soda, snacks, and more.
Read MoreThese songs from Heart, Queen, Donna Summer, and more might have you wishing you'd made a more reasonable selection once the vocal acrobatics kick in.
Read MoreThe '80s saw the rise of truly creative and expertly directed rock videos, and late boomers were treated to some of the most memorable MTV debuts ever seen.
Read MoreOrchestral covers of songs from rock bands like Metallica, AC/DC, and Radiohead seem to elevate the music to chillingly good heights. Here's a look.
Read MoreClassic songs such as "Take Me Home, Country Roads" and "Annie's Song" capture John Denver's sincere dedication to conservation and the best of human nature.
Read MoreClassic rock songwriters also serve as modern poets with a knack for capturing the perfect sentiments to share at the altar.
Read MoreThis beloved Cat Stevens ballad was never released as a single, but an unexpected cover gave it new life a quarter of a century later.
Read MoreAs the '80s dawned, late boomers had new wave joining their formative years, with acts like Devo and Blondie creating indelible memories that still persist.
Read MoreThere's plenty to like about classic rock from 1973, but that summer was truly legendary, with Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, and others turning up the heat.
Read MoreBob Dylan may be one of the best-known singer-songwriters of the 20th century, but he's never had a No. 1 song — though his son did.
Read MoreFrom Mick Jagger to Iggy Pop, these rockers decided long ago that retirement is for chumps. For them, tours and studio albums are preferable to quiet vacations.
Read MoreBarry Manilow was responsible for some classic jingles in the 1970s, including a soda commercial tune that summed up the Me Generation in one simple line.
Read MoreWomen in rock had a pivotal year in 1977, with artists like Heart, Fleetwood Mac, and Linda Ronstadt singing powerhouse songs that dominated the charts.
Read MoreThese great '80s love songs by artists like the Bangles, Spandeau Ballet, and Prince have dreamy qualities that made them some of the best of the decade.
Read MoreOne-hit wonders gave us such '70s love songs as "Magnet and Steel," "Rock the Boat," and "Fooled Around and Fell In Love." We're still here for all of it.
Read MoreFrom a duet with Dolly Parton to a Bob Seger cover, these Kenny Rogers songs define his transition from country music to boomers' favorite soft rock star.
Read MoreJames Taylor's music is typically pretty soothing, and hits like "Handyman" and "Your Smiling Face" prove he's the ultimate king of comfort music.
Read MoreThese soft rock hits from 1977 all have easy-going arrangements, gently rocking beats, and smooth vocals that glide into your ears like warm honey.
Read MoreA boomer anniversary is a big deal, so from the Beach Boys to Van Halen, we're here with the essential classic rock hits to stoke those long-burning fires.
Read MoreTrue, you don't get a lot of cool points for liking Barry Manilow, but the guy could write a song, and we're not embarrassed to love these five Manilow flops.
Read MoreThe father and daughter or mother and son dance at weddings are always special. These five slow songs are optimal for boomers' sentiments to their kids.
Read MoreThese tracks, including Queen's "Don't Stop Me Now" and Styx's "Come Sail Away," are guaranteed to get any boomer's retirement party started with a bang.
Read MoreThanks to the Beatles, the Shangri-Las, the Supremes, and the other artists on this list, 1964 pulled out all the stops when it came to love songs.
Read MoreMusicians like Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Nicks, and Billy Idol were all inspired by other well-known rockers, yet their success eclipsed their heroes'.
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