The 1980s were a decade of transformation for rock and pop music, marked by an explosion of styles and the rise of many iconic artists. From the glitzy spectacle of hair metal and glam rock to the deeply emotional power ballads that dominated the airwaves, the music of the ’80s reflected the era’s cultural shifts. Musicians from the ’70s like Bruce Springsteen saw their fame soar even higher, while newer voices emerged to define the sound of the decade. It was also a time of political and social change, from the Reagan years in the United States to the symbolic The post 1980s’ Saddest Rock And Pop Songs appeared first on ClassicRockHistory.com.