Love it or hate it, the iconic music from the 80s is making a comeback in a big way, and for good reason. The hair bands we all know and love managed to both rock our worlds and also show us their softer sides with sweet love songs that made the chicks cry and the dudes play air guitar with the BEST of ‘em.
Sometimes, they managed to do both in what’s affectionately referred to as: THE POWER BALLAD. This particular style is not merely a heartfelt slow song, but rather a ballad infused with elements of power, or at least a tempo change at some point, usually in the chorus.
I’ve managed to compile the ultimate TOP 10 80s power ballads I know I’ll certainly never say goodbye to. Don’t see one of your favorites on this list? Never fear, the top 10 honorable mentions who were thisclose to making the list are coming soon!