10 Best Albums Of The '80s

This list of the ten best albums of the ‘80s is filled with music industry giants. Many of the records rank among the best-selling albums of all time. These albums still sell a lot of copies each year, despite being over two decades old.

1. “Thriller” by Michael Jackson. This album has sold over 100 million copies and received eight Grammy awards, making it one of the best albums of the ‘80s.
2.  “Born in the U.S.A.” by Bruce Springsteen. This album has sold over 30 million copies since being released in 1984.
3. “Back in Black” by AC/DC. Released in 1980, this is one of the best albums of the ‘80s. This album has sold over 50 million copies worldwide.
4. “The Joshua Tree” by U2. This album has sold over 25 million copies since its 1987 release.
5. “Appetite for Destruction” by Guns N’ Roses. GNR cut this album in 1987. It has sold over 28 million copies making it one of the best albums of the ‘80s.
6. “Slippery When Wet” by Bon Jovi. This album has sold over 28 million copies.
7. “No Jacket Required” by Phil Collins. This Phil Collins classic is one of the best albums of the ‘80s.
8.  “Brothers in Arms” by Dire Straits. With more than 30 million copies sold worldwide this is easily one of the best albums of the ‘80s.
9.  “Hysteria” by Def Leppard. This album was released in 1987 and sold more than 20 million copies.
10. “1984” by Van Halen. This album marked the end of lead singer David Lee Roth’s run with the group. Even so, it is one of the best albums of the ‘80s.