* Music: Pop, rock, and R&B were the most popular genres of music in the 1980s. Some of the most popular artists included Madonna, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Whitney Houston, and Prince.
* Fashion: The 1980s was a time of big hair, bright colors, and bold patterns. Leg warmers, acid wash jeans, and big shoulder pads were all the rage.
* Movies: Some of the most popular movies of the 1980s included "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial," "Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back," "Raiders of the Lost Ark," "Back to the Future," and "The Breakfast Club."
* TV shows: Some of the most popular TV shows of the 1980s included "The Cosby Show," "Cheers," "Family Ties," "Miami Vice," and "Seinfeld."
* Technology: The 1980s saw the rise of personal computers, video games, and cell phones. The first Apple Macintosh computer was released in 1984, and the first Nintendo Entertainment System was released in 1985.