The 1980s. Big hair, neon clothes, and some of the best music ever made. But what was it like to be a teenager back then, especially when hanging out at home? Let’s rewind and peek into the lives of 80s teens in their natural habitat – their bedrooms and living rooms.
Forget streaming services and curated playlists. In the 80s, music lived on cassette tapes and vinyl records. Teens spent hours listening to their favorite albums, rewinding that one perfect song over and over again. Boomboxes were a must-have, blasting tunes from every corner of the house. Whether it was the rock anthems of Bon Jovi, the pop beats of Madonna, or the smooth sounds of Michael Jackson, music was the soundtrack to every 80s teen’s life.
Music Television, better known as MTV, wasn’t just about music videos. It was a cultural phenomenon. Shows like “Total Request Live” and “Headbangers Ball” kept teens glued to their screens, eager to see their favorite artists and discover new ones. Watching MTV was a social activity, with friends gathering to discuss the latest videos, fashion trends, and celebrity gossip.
The 80s saw the rise of home video game consoles. Atari, Nintendo, and Sega battled for supremacy in living rooms across the country. Teens spent hours navigating pixelated worlds, battling 8-bit villains, and trying to beat each other’s high scores. Games like Pac-Man, Super Mario Bros., and The Legend of Zelda became instant classics, providing endless hours of entertainment and friendly competition.
Forget texting and social media. In the 80s, staying connected meant using the landline phone. Teens spent hours chatting with friends, making plans, and gossiping. The arrival of answering machines added a new level of intrigue, with personalized greetings and messages becoming a way to express yourself and leave your mark.
80s fashion was all about making a statement. Teens experimented with bold colors, wild patterns, and unique accessories. Leg warmers, ripped jeans, neon headbands, and oversized sweaters were just a few of the staples. Bedrooms became havens of self-expression, with posters of pop stars and magazine clippings adorning the walls.
Did I see James Hetfield from Metallica??????
I miss magazine pinups. Smart phones and social media killed magazine pinups and it’s kinda sad.
I smell aquanet
I smell Drakkar
Cool stuff although I have to say that a lot of these seem to be specially picked to seem unusual.
Probably three-quarters of the shots are pretty far off from your most average typical and would be like the 2%, maybe a quarter of them seem typical enough though. But I think it would give to someone who wasn’t there, a fairly skewed viewed of what typical, average was.
Awkward
you’re awkward
I need a time machine ASAP, so I can go back and visit #4.