Wheel Of Fortune 80s Song Lyrics

Hey, you! Yeah, you, the one who still rocks a side ponytail on occasion. Ever watch Wheel of Fortune and just KNOW you’ve got the puzzle figured out? But the category is… ugh… “Song Lyrics?” And it’s always some ancient tune you barely remember? Well, grab your scrunchie and let’s dive into the 80s, because those are the lyrics that really get me!

Seriously, why is it ALWAYS 80s? Are they trying to remind us of our fleeting youth? Probably. But hey, at least the hair was good, right? Okay, maybe not always good. Let's not talk about the perm incident of '87.

The Obvious Offenders

First up, let's talk about the easy ones. You know, the Bon Jovi's and Journey's of the world. "Livin' on a Prayer"? "Don't Stop Believin'"? Come on, Vanna, give us a challenge! I mean, I love belting those out at karaoke, but they're practically Wheel gimmes. Unless, of course, they cleverly obscure it. "W---K-N-G---L-V-N--N--PR--Y-R"? That's just mean.

And don't even get me started on the dreaded "A-N-D-T-H-E-E-A-R-T-K-E-E-P-S-G-O-I-N-G-O-N-A-N-D-O-N." Seriously, who doesn't know that one? It's like the official anthem of holding onto hope, which is basically what you're doing waiting for your turn to spin that wheel!

The Head-Scratchers

Okay, now we get to the good stuff. The lyrics that make you go, "Wait, what band sang that?" Or even better, "Wait, that's how that song goes?" These are the ones that separate the casual 80s fan from the true aficionado.

Think stuff like, "She's got electric boots a mohair suit / You know I read it in a magazine." D’you know that one? It’s Elton John’s “Bennie and the Jets” and, honestly, I still get tripped up by it! Who knew Elton was singing about magazines and mohair suits?

Then there's the extremely specific lyrics. You know, the ones ripped directly from the second verse of some B-side that only die-hard fans remember. "---R--E--I-T--S-F-R---E-T--R-N---N---T---M-C-H---G-L-R-Y." (That's "Every little thing she does is magic" by The Police, if you were wondering... and feeling incredibly inadequate). Seriously, who remembers that specific line?!

The Ones You Should Know (But Probably Don’t)

These are the lyrics that are incredibly popular…but only part of the song is stuck in your head. Like, you can hum the chorus, but the verses are a complete mystery. Case in point? "Sunglasses at night." Core's song is a banger, but try reciting the lyrics from memory, and you will fail. I've tried. Repeatedly.

Or what about "Tainted Love?" Everyone knows the chorus, obviously. But could you fill in the blanks if the puzzle read: "S-M-E-T-I-M-E-S--I--F-E-E-L--I-V-E--G-T-T--R-N--A-W-A-Y"? Yeah, probably not. Don't worry, me neither! We can be embarrassed together.

Tips for Cracking the Code

So, how do you prepare for this 80s lyric onslaught? My advice? Listen to more 80s music! Duh, right? But be strategic. Don't just listen to the greatest hits. Dig deep! Explore the B-sides! Watch MTV Unplugged concerts from that era!

Also, pay attention to the category. Is it "Rock Lyrics"? "Pop Lyrics"? That can help narrow down your options. And finally, remember that Vanna White is your friend. She's silently cheering you on… probably. Unless you’re wearing shoulder pads bigger than hers. Then, all bets are off.

So, next time you see that "Song Lyrics" category on Wheel of Fortune, don't panic! Just take a deep breath, channel your inner 80s kid, and remember... the power of love will get you through! Or, at least, a vowel or two.