Greatest 80's One Hit Wonders of All Time
A-ha - Take On Me or The Weather Girls - It's Raining Men
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Why This Battle Matters
What happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object? This isn't just a battle between The Weather Girls' thunderstorm hit 'It's Raining Men' and A-ha's visually ground-breaking 'Take On Me'—it's an epic showdown of cultural titans. Here, it’s not only about infectious dance beats versus synth-pop charm; it's a deeper dialogue about which song truly captures the quintessence of the '80s pop zeitgeist. The stakes? Bragging rights and a defining moment in our collective musical memory. What will define your judgment — the splash of exuberant disco or the allure of sketch-animated romance?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer A-ha - Take On Me over The Weather Girls - It's Raining Men when it comes to the greatest 80's One Hit Wonders of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick A-ha - Take On Me 100.0% of the time over The Weather Girls - It's Raining Men.
Across all battles:
A-ha - Take On Me win rate: 80.0%
The Weather Girls - It's Raining Men win rate: 37.9%
Fan FAQs
Who's the current #1 contender in the Greatest 80's One Hit Wonders league?
Right now, topping the charts is Dexys Midnight Runners with 'Come On Eileen.' To see how the other contenders stack up against them, check the GOAT List!
What's the big deal about The Weather Girls' 'It's Raining Men'?
Fans absolutely adore 'It's Raining Men' for its empowering anthem vibe and the dynamic energy The Weather Girls brought to the 80's music scene. It’s a track that just makes you want to get up and dance, rain or shine!
Why is A-ha's 'Take On Me' crushing The Weather Girls in the Greatest 80's One Hit Wonders league?
It's all about the iconic music video and that high note in 'Take On Me'! A-ha not only delivered a catchy track but also revolutionized music video artistry, which really resonates with fans even today. That's probably why they're leading by such a huge margin.