Play it Again
Sometimes a tune goes from being a hit to a guilty pleasure anthem. As catchy as these songs are, with the whistling melodies or singalong choruses, there's only so much of them you can take. Regardless, here are 5 songs that everyone keeps playing on the radio.
1. Stayin’ Alive
“Stayin’ Alive” is a disco song by the Bee Gees, released in 1977. It is an instantly recognizable song with a steady beat and falsetto vocals that became a staple of the disco era. Its ubiquity at clubs and on the radio made it one of the most played songs of its time, and its relentless airplay has led some to find it overplayed over the years, though it is still a perennial favorite.
2. Take On Me
A-ha is a Norwegian music group that recorded the track “Take On Me” in 1985, with a very innovative animated music video to accompany the single. The song's catchy synth-pop tune and higher-octave chorus made it a radio staple in countries all over the world. After being overplayed, the song would start to wear on listeners, while it is also considered to be one of the greatest '80s pop songs of all time.
3. Macarena
Los del Río's 1993 Macarena was an international dance sensation, with a distinctive hand-and-hip dance routine. The infectious beat and repetitive lyrics made it a radio and party staple for months. It was fun, but became overplayed by many people.
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4. Hey Ya
OutKast's 2003 funk-pop-hop song Hey Ya is an effervescent dance track. Its relentless pace, catchy hook, and offbeat lyrics make it an easy choice for radio play. Listeners may have grown weary of hearing it play so often on the radio, however.
5. Eye of the Tiger
Survivor's 1982 song Eye of the Tiger became synonymous with Rocky III, as well as the concept of motivation and perseverance. The song's catchy guitar riff and strong vocals made it a popular choice for workouts, sporting events, and radio rotation. Its ubiquitous nature led many to think of it as one of the most overplayed motivational songs of the '80s.
