Wham! — “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” (1984)
Never before had a song about someone asking someone else to “wake them up before they go” (following what we can only assume was a one-night stand) gotten so many people’s attention as it did when Wham! Released this iconic single. Maybe it was because the sexual revolution was in full swing, or maybe it was simply because George Michael was irresistible to men and women everywhere. In any case, if you don’t want to be humming the song all day, stay away.
Wham! — “Wake Me Up Before You Go Go” (1984)
Robin Thicke — “Blurred Lines” feat. Pharrell (2013)
We’re not going to pretend that this song is relevant in today’s world, and the lyrics, to be honest, border on encouraging men to accept “blurred lines” when it comes to consent. However, all you need to know is that this song was a huge learning curve for the entire world, and once everyone realized what it was all about, Robin Thicke faded into the background of the music industry. So don’t waste your time listening to this one.
Robin Thicke — “Blurred Lines” Feat. Pharrell (2013)
