1984
in MusicAlbums
18
Artists
15
Milestones
18
Notable Releases
Careless Whisper
George MichaelMichael's first solo single that reached No. 1 in nearly 25 countries including UK and US; iconic 1980s hit featuring the distinctive saxophone opening.
Private Dancer
Tina TurnerHer breakthrough solo album that reached No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and was certified 5× Platinum in the US, selling 10 million copies worldwide. It marked her major comeback and commercial resurgence in the music industry.
What's Love Got to Do with It
Tina TurnerHer only No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 and winner of the Grammy Award for Record of the Year. The song became one of her most iconic and commercially successful singles.
I Feel for You
Chaka KhanPrince's song reinterpreted with Stevie Wonder's harmonica and Grandmaster Melle Mel's rap, reaching No. 3 on Billboard Hot 100 and No. 1 in the U.K., becoming a defining '80s crossover hit.
Hello
Lionel RichieIconic romantic ballad and one of his most recognizable songs, famous for its music video featuring a digitally created face
Purple Rain
PrinceOne of the best-selling albums of all time, sold over 25 million copies worldwide
I Just Called to Say I Love You
Stevie WonderNumber one hit that won Academy Award for Best Original Song
Significant Milestones
First duo album released
DebutBeBe & CeCe Winans released their debut album "Lord Lift Us Up" on PTL Records, launching their successful partnership as a gospel duo.
Imprisonment for 20 Months
AchievementArrested by Muhammadu Buhari's government on currency smuggling charges deemed politically motivated by Amnesty International, designated as prisoner of conscience.
