THIS WAS AWESOME.| FIRST TIME HEARING The Thompson Twins - Hold Me Now REACTION

[@estills4768]

This is one of those songs that just transports you right back to the 80s!

[@jeanstrickland2445]

It sure does I love it 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@Wordsmyth8]

For sure!

[@jonathonfrazier6622]

I never left.

[@ENDTIMEsVideoLibrary]

Well, I sure wish it would finish the job and send me ALL the way back!! Lol!!

[@andyrunton]

This was in *such* heavy rotation on MTV. I love it now, but I coulda used a little less of it in the 80’s. ;)

[@fyermun]

There is no 80"s without the Thompson Twins!

[@chrisorlando6162]

Amen!

[@colty7764]

Doctor Doctor by the Thompson Twins is so COOL !!

[@MarkStClair1]

So cool that you have a Nicks tee on today - she is legendary cool for decades

[@cool_cat007smoove3]

Indeed

[@acmorse8922]

PLEASE PLEASE Howard Jones - "Things can only get better" pure 80's you'll LOVE IT!!!!

[@matthewnickerson8629]

And No One is to Blame

[@nickyd6457]

Oh yes! 👍

[@Lego51]

Hell yes! And no one is to blame

[@martingrey2231]

I think you mean "New Song".

[@martinlopez758]

Yes! Howard Jones

[@partisanpeaceofmind-g.scot1855]

"you know they're not twins right?" had me rolling. His expression is priceless! Comedy Gold y'all.

[@JohnRegan-fi7rt]

The moment I totally fell in love with Amber and Jay

[@scl6747]

They’re not even 2 but 3 people .. 🤣🤣

[@Marcus-Oh-really-yes]

The trio is named after characters in a Belgian comic strip (translated into many languages) called "The Adventures of Tintin," about a young cub reporter named Tintin and his dog Snowy. The identical-looking, bumbling, moustachioed policemen are the Thompson Twins. You might also enjoy the band's hit song "Doctor, Doctor."

[@Whateva67]

I used to love Tintin when I was a kid,hello from British Columbia 🇨🇦

[@GradyBroyles]

and "Lies" .. amybe my favorite

[@donnakubiski5572]

I vote for 'Docter, Docter' which is my favorite song of theirs.

[@escapingreality3306]

@@Whateva67 same. Also Asterix, a French comic set at the time of Julius Caesar. The humour in Asterix still holds quite well, although both were a bit unpc in places, which do date them a bit, although later editions made changes reflective of the times.

[@sexysadie2901]

And the thing is... they're not really twins.

[@garyatwood-mendez6465]

The Thompson Twins were so important in the 80s! Check out their songs “Lay Your Hands On Me,” “King for Just One Day” and “Doctor, Doctor.” They were all huge hits.

[@nitwitt50]

Yes, Lay your Hands on Me❤

[@wolfhugo1]

also "Love On Your Side", "You Take Me Up" and "Don't Mess With Doctor Dream" are worth reacting too.

[@garyatwood-mendez6465]

@@wolfhugo1 And “Sugar Daddy”

[@dangeroreilly2028]

I liked "Lies" the very best, but it wasn't their biggest hit. It was, though, the first release that "put them on the map". To continue with SO VERY 80's try "Whirly Girl" by OXO, and "Poison Arrow" by ABC. And without a doubt, do "Words" by Missing Persons. See where Lady Gaga got her ideas.

[@antoniofernandez7075]

"You Take Me Up" the best one from them¡

[@xoxxobob61]

If there ever was a Song that could define the 80's Pop sound this is IT! What a beautifully well written Song this is.

[@diogenesagogo]

It builds from a mundane sadness to a magnificent affirmation of love. Excellent!

[@tracyburke6849]

1984, Disco supereb

[@robertorojasbalarezo]

i would have agreed with you if they didn´t release doctor doctor the same year, that song is perfect pop

[@Happyheretic2308]

Aztec Camera - Oblivious. As well as TTT!

[@neenymarshall3866]

Fascinating Band. They disbanded in 93. The lead singer Tom Bailey married the female band member Alana and moved to New Zealand to live in the bush. She was from New Zealand. They had 2 kids and Tom suffered depression. They broke up, she moved back to England with the kids and is now a visual artist activist. Tom has a new line up and is touring again singing Thompson Twins songs. This song is familiar as it has been used in many movies esp The Wedding Singer!

[@jeffsmith6295]

The Thompson Twins are neither named "Thompson," nor are they twins. They're three very talented musicians who were HUGE in the late 70s and through the 80s. Just about any song of theirs you could pick is terrific. Their song "If You Were Here" was featured in the soundtrack to the 80s teen flick SIXTEEN CANDLES.

[@srae1971]

HOLD UP. That is the Thompson Twins?? I saw that movie when it first came out, watch it every time I see it on, and I have always loved that snippet of that song but never knew who it was. My mind is blown, I have to go look it up. I think I always sort of vaguely thought it was Dream Academy.

[@johnlloyddy7016]

Now if they really want to hear songs from an actual twins musical group maybe they should try "Love & Affection" by The Nelsons.

[@tatertotsRgood]

SHUT THE FRONT DOOR I never knew that was them. I'm Gobsmacked now.

[@wingedwraith]

The band are named after the Twins in the 'Tintin' books.

[@kenperkins7921]

Not a fan of 80s stuff but I like this song!

[@Lovejazz01]

Another of my favorite groups from the 80’s! Nothing like the 80’s MTV Era!

[@HarrisMiller-qw6xh]

Mtv and 80s music, worked well together, great time growing up in the 80s

[@Coopz1969]

top of the pops 😊

[@justtere]

As The Professor of Rock says, MTV, when they actually played music videos.

[@traviswoodfin3044]

"Lay your hands on me" and "Doctor Doctor" two other hits by them. Cool songs also.

[@xoxxobob61]

Let's not forget "In The Name Of Love" either! They have a Live video of it which is incredible.

[@ilovethe80slovesongs21]

Yes and yes!

[@Marbella125]

King for a Day was pretty great also

[@midnightblue117]

This song never gets old to me.... it does has that that mysterious vibe...

[@colemitchell228]

These guys are 80s gold. Check out: Doctor Doctor, If You Were Here, King For a Day, Lay Your Hands On Me, Lies. You'll love all these.

[@chelsea747]

I agree. All of these are great for a next listen. More Thompson Twins! ✨

[@larrydaugherty2605]

I agree. All awesome songs. I also like the cures"Friday on my mind

[@victord8175]

Agree, they had several great songs and were a great contributor to the greatest era in music!! :D

[@robertenck2423]

There aren’t too many songs where I’ll sing every word of the song, and really loudly, too. This is one of those songs. A big hit that was on heavy rotation on MTV for many months.

[@j.w.matney8390]

This is classic 1980's pop. I believe this song was used in many 80's movies and tv shows. Pretty catchy.

[@maraviyoso8473]

Well, Thompson Twins were unique EVEN for the 80's

[@Astons_Martin]

The logical continuation of this 80s masterpiece is -- OMD - 'If You Leave' -- Wang Chung - 'Dance Hall Days' -- Level 42 -'Lessons in Love' And I promise: you'll stuck deep inside this special 80s sound and never get rid of it! It's like a musical drug. Far beyond words are able to explain...🤩

[@jsherretz64]

OMD Souvenir

[@Eduardo-tq5sk]

Man I just mentioned OMD ,song secret is jamming!

[@Eduardo-tq5sk]

Wow good thing Iam not alone! Kkkkkk

[@mwfmtnman]

How about "send me an angel"

[@shannonnichols3415]

ABSOLUTELY 💯

[@roger1296]

Alannah Currie the female in the band is one of the best percussionist in the world!!!! Also, band names aren’t always literal. They are not twins it’s a trio and the lead sing Tom Bailey was married to Alannah and have a few kids. Joe Leeway is the bassist.

[@aussiebloke609]

if memory serves, the band was named after two comic strip characters named Thomson and Thompson, from the _Adventures of Tintin_ books.

[@roy19491]

Tom and Alannah retired to New Zealand, and have a large sheep farm

[@roger1296]

@@roy19491 they’ve since divorced…still remain very good friends, and share two kids together.

[@emmabauer1906]

@@roger1296 was curious after seeing this if they were still married.

[@roger1296]

@@emmabauer1906 Tom has remarried.

[@dennissanjuan1486]

This song is definitely a banger. The bass line and melody here are off the charts. The melancholic voice of the singer always bring a smile on my face.

[@surlechapeau]

J/Amber, you'll love their "Doctor, Doctor", "You Take Me Up" and "Lies" I saw them in concert 4/16/84, Reflex opened for them. Got Thomas Dolby's autograph in the audience. First band I remember seeing with wireless microphones! This is the classic lineup of the band is Tom Bailey(lead vocals) Alannah Currie and Joe Leeway. The band was named after the 2 bumbling detectives Thomson and Thompson in Hergé's comic strip The Adventures of Tintin.

[@writerjohnmcnally]

I saw them in 1984, too. Men Without Hats opened. And yeah…first time seeing wireless mics as well. They also opened and closed with the same song.

[@mkmstillstackin]

I'm so jealous. I would have killed to see these guys along with Thomas Dolby back in the day.

[@GradyBroyles]

@@writerjohnmcnally i saw them that year too at Oakland Coleseum at Day on the Green with Madness, Oingo Boing, the Fixx and the Police.

[@shanedesselle2590]

You Take Me Up so uplifting and underrated. Great tune. Twins are awesome!!

[@writerjohnmcnally]

@@GradyBroyles Nice line-up. I saw the Police in ‘83 with The Fixx, Flock of Seagulls, Joan Jett, and Ministry. It was the launch of their Synchronicity tour, broadcast on MTV. At the old Comiskey Park in Chicago. Good times.

[@garulusglandarius6126]

One of the greats of my teenage years 👍🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@jackie_jrml]

Yessssss!!!! What an amazing 80’s song! One of the best! Will never get tired of this gem. I also love their song Lay Your Hands On Me.

[@tjsogmc]

I can't even begin to tell you how much I miss the 80"s.

[@brettg274]

When I was 3, my older brother (17) went to the Thompson Twins concert and brought me home a sleeveless tee, 1984 IIRC. I still have it to this day.

[@darrinlindsey]

Like I've said many times, all the different sounds of the 80s is what makes the 80s so great.

[@KneeJerkReactions13]

Such good 80's music. Such variety, so much true talent. None of this american idol nonsense, just talent.

[@Rowgue51]

Not really sure about that. This kind of music in the 80s was fairly similar to the american idol stuff. There were for sure some amazing and unique and talented artists in the 80s. But there was also an endless parade of bands putting out top 40 pop garbage with no real substance to it that all sounded relatively the same. It's way worse now for certain. But I think to say there was none of it in the 80s is somewhat delusional.

[@Rowgue51]

@Wilt Chamberlain is the GOAT Not sure where you got the idea that I'm saying today's music is better. It's not. My only point of contention with the original post was his assertion that there was none of it in the 80s. There was plenty of good stuff too, but there was plenty of crap music being pumped out.

[@63saruman]

@@Rowgue51 You must be very young: 80’s music was incredibly good with just a few exceptions.

[@Rowgue51]

@@63saruman Nope I'm almost 50. I literally spent all of my most formative years listening to 80s music. I'm not just discovering it.

[@gladyswashington5171]

Always loved this song!

[@gregorydavis1070]

I believe The Thompson Twins were considered new wave music. Another good song by them is Doctor Doctor.

[@johnathandavis3693]

Yeah -they were New Wave...pretty pop-y. I was there, LOL...

[@DoulaGarcia]

Yes, New Wave that moved toward more mainstream pop.

[@brinsonopinion]

Jay's face when Amber asked if he realized they weren't twins LMAO!!! This song transports me to 1984 Ft Lauderdale Spring Break every time I hear it! You really have to get "Lies" into the pipeline because you'll love the change in tempo, a really fun song!

[@garfield122010]

You really need to do more 80's like Level 42, " lessons in love " or " something about you " ❤️

[@brentottoson6974]

Something About You is near the perfect song IMHO

[@williamsmith1399]

Agree! Level 42 "Something Anout You" and Human League "Human" and "Keep Feeling Fascination" would be perfect.

[@johnbunker6224]

Love me Some Level 42!

[@philwill0123]

The pure beaming smile seconds into the song... You were drawn into the 80s!

[@christamarch947]

This makes me nostalgic for 80s. So glad u finally reacted to them. Would love to see u react to Good Thing by Fine Young Cannibals.

[@urbanurchin5930]

.....or One in a Million by The Romantics......

[@ChipG3000]

Oh hell yes, Fine Young Cannibals!

[@E.Kim_Style]

Yes...The "Thompson Twins" are a Trio. :) This is one of the best songs ever...and one of the most popular songs that came out of the amazing New Wave/Alternative `80s genre.

[@StanleyRodgers]

The 80s always had a solid supply of catchy songs that made you feel a little bit of joy every time you heard them. This is one of those songs for me. Really takes me back to a happy place.

[@davidwoolbright3675]

Takes you to a happy place but the lyrics are so melancholy!

[@StanleyRodgers]

@@davidwoolbright3675 Absolutely. Great pop songwriting!

[@Lovejazz01]

I agree!

[@chrisrobison6469]

This was one of my favorite songs of all time,right there with The Outfield!!

[@ianlonghurst7466]

The band is named after the two British detectives in the French comic “Tin Tin”.

[@derekhall9932]

It’s herge from Belgium

[@surlechapeau]

@@derekhall9932 yes Hergé the pen name of a Belgian cartoonist Georges Remi. Name taken from the 2 bumbling detectives Thomson and Thompson in Hergé's comic strip The Adventures of Tintin. I believe it was published in France.

[@bengilbert7655]

@@surlechapeau It was in French but first published in Belgium

[@Deemac70]

I miss the 80s what a great time to be a teenager ❤hell yeah 👍

[@richardbarrientos8776]

It was a great time to be a teen

[@bobblowhard8823]

All I can say is that musically, the 80's was so friggin' cool. I was there.

[@beeepizzle]

👆👆 this!!! 👆👆

[@Jamthecoolerator]

One of ‘84’s finest singles. A classic on chord changes alone.

[@lewistasso8866]

If you didn't review it already, then the next Thompson Twins song has to be "If You Were Here." To all those that remember the song, "Jake" says "Yeah, you." ; )

[@colemitchell228]

Their best tune. 👍

[@gertrude4045]

one of my most favorite scene transitioning moments, when you hear those first notes, just thinking about it makes me smile

[@amyk9175]

Such a beautiful tune though the meaning is kind of disturbed and not about love at all.

[@lewistasso8866]

@@amyk9175 That's true. However, it's nothing like the "wedding song" people have used called "Every Breath You Take" by the Police. Idiots don't know it's about a stalker!!!

[@lewistasso8866]

@@gertrude4045 Yes! Those were the days of the 80s and our youth.

[@kendeeni]

Amber, you are so right - this song is early 80s incarnate! We oldtimers of course remember this video very well from MTV.

[@chriso6719]

None of the band members are actually related. Band was named after characters in a comics strip. 80's British pop band. Doctor Doctor and You Take Me Up were other big hits for them.

[@denisekeary8229]

LOVE Hold Me Now. Years ago I saw The Thompson Twins with The Psychedelic Furs.

[@annmarieblanc6363]

That must have been awesome! I envy you! Regards, Andy NOT Annmarie!

[@whoopdeedoo876]

It's like a melancholy but optimistic love song. Always enjoyed this one. You should listen to If You Leave by OMD! It's a similar vibe. I love that one even more.

[@That_80s_Geek]

I've been trying to get them to listen to OMD for a while. Secret and Forever Live and Die along with If You Leave.

[@Andy-bl2oq]

This is one of the best 80s songs out there.. Beautiful.

[@kylewilliams6184]

The Thompson Twins were a cool group. I didn’t really understand why the lead singer was the only one who could have eyebrows in his budget... but what do I know? This is going way back in the day!! Excellent choice, RSR!!

[@breebree9319]

My favorite comment 😄

[@tjhunger8644]

I saw them perform in Germany with about six other bands, on Dual stages. One band would be finishing while the other band would start on the other stage. The other bands were Flock of Seagulls, Gary Wright band, Whitesnake, and that's all I remember. It was the eighties after all

[@GranFelicia]

YES!!!! So love this song! What fun memories this brings up....

[@starshake8998]

"Lay Your Hands on Me" is my personal fave by them.

[@danielfowler9553]

Jordan reaction when amber said, “ you know they ain’t twins” made my day haha

[@mamatay7]

Omg, I was waiting for one of them to notice that-- priceless!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@nickfiorenza5930]

Wow, some of the best songs of the 80's. Remember this song when it first came out. Really glad you both appreciate a epic classic of the 80's. Still listen to these great classics today.

[@LMmccallL57]

Yep, there were twin brothers in *The Proclaimers* who sang "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles), but no twins in this group. LOL! Love this group! Check out - "Lies" "Sugar Daddy" "Lay Your Hands On Me" In the Name Of Love" How about a couple of songs by *ABC* ? "Poison Arrow" "Look Of Love"

[@karengoodman1678]

I LOVE THIS SONG..YAY 80’s…THIS IS REAL MUSIC FEATURING REAL MUSICIANS..

[@bobmathis-friedman6742]

The Thompson Twins are actually named after characters in a European comic strip: Tin Tin.

[@LauPulstar]

i admire you guys! you have three small children, you work and jay has his sports events these days, and you still manage to upload three videos everyday. I love your reactions, you always bring joy and also sweet and cool vibes. you make my day trully. if you want to go deep into this kind of 80s hit, i recomend a small list of songs i know you will wnjoy very much: - depeche mode "people are people" - bronski beat "smalltown boy" - falco "der kommissar" - eurythmics "here comes the rain again" - yazoo "don't go" - the bolshoi "sunday morning"

[@davidwoolbright3675]

Ohh The Bolshoi are very good!

[@trevordoolan5011]

Yazoo ~ Don't Go Power-House of Female Vocals... .

[@octoberguy]

Smalltown Boy.... Yes! Have been meaning to suggest that. His falsetto!!!

[@lak1294]

Adding my vote to Small-town Boy. Epic falsetto that should appeal to Jordan, and a really interesting back story to boot.

[@domenictagliola534]

Oh the 80's!!!!!! how I dearly miss all this fantastic music!!!!!!!

[@mangerinegirl]

I was so hoping you’d get to Thompson Twins eventually! They had a sound that was all their own, which you picked up on. Tom Bailey’s voice just brings me so much peace, I don’t know why. It’s soothing. Please please give us more of this incredible band!

[@juliansuarez8809]

This was a big hit back in the 80’s. My favorite decade of music, so many great hits were played on the radio back then.

[@elizabethfranco1284]

Thompson Twins oozed the 80’s

[@jad4680]

great reaction! the lead singer and the female member of the band was married to each other" YOU TAKE ME UP" for reaction great 80s pop classic. ; )

[@ohfour-seven6228]

Thompson Twins were a favorite band of mine in the 80's. I got to see them in a small club in Columbus when In the Name of Love first came out. After the show a friend of mine knew the promoter and we took them out to a local club. When the club closed, we went to an all night restaurant for falafels. They were heading to California and were booked to go on American Bandstand. We had to tell them it was like Top of the Pops in England. I remember they were really nice, down to earth people. I remember asking them who they listened to and they mentioned David Bowie, U2, and Thomas Dolby. For further listening I'd suggest In the Name of Love, Lies, Love On Your Side, and The Gap. Great band!!!

[@AndICanTalk2]

This is one of the best songs of the day.

[@shiftylad9938]

This song was recorded in our little town. They arrived at a teenage disco and local pub just to say hello. No one really knew them but it’s never forgotten. Lots of stars recorded there.

[@stevebendel]

I flew from Newark New Jersey to Houston Hobby airport. The flight seemed to take too long, but I had my Thompson Twins cassette to listen to. Part of my positive trip memory.

[@robertg7396]

Congrats to your Bengals Jordan and Amber! 😃🐯🏈🏆

[@annieclark-maxwell5570]

The name of the band comes from the Thomson twins who were in the tin tin cartoon

[@Ingens_Scherz]

When you say "this is 80s", remember that exactly this kind of song defined the 80s. So, this IS the 80s. And I miss it, because this is what I grew up with. This is the soundscape of my childhood :)

[@murraytown4]

Doctor Doctor is a must listen to. It’s a lot like Hold Me Now….a real keeper.

[@mysteriousmysticalmoments2023]

One of the most underrated 80's bands .

[@marcomusicmaker1419]

one of the best songs ever, you could play the riff on loop forever

[@shirleyjones9460]

Thompson Twins were hot in the 80s. I was a music video junkie and loved not only their songs but also their videos. 80s were so great for music and videos. Great memories 💯❣

[@markprocel6346]

You two wonderful guy's are a joy to watch absolutely brilliant. Big love from London UK.

[@slimlouis6441]

So many other Thompson Twins hits to react to. Do them! They were such a great group. Pure 80s.

[@robertcotton9044]

Whenever I listen to 80's songs, it's like being in an 80"s movie.

[@jameshall9402]

The cool thing about the 80s was that pretty much anything was worth listening to. Music, fashion, and attitude was coming at you so fast that it made your head spin. And it was very inclusive. I can remember exactly where I was at that time in my life when this song came out.

[@willcarryu9044]

The back up to the chorus in the end is brilliant

[@stevesummers4734]

I had forgotten about this song, I grew up in the 80s and 90s but primarily was a metalhead and a massive 60s fan. I am very happy to have come across your channel, as Amber said, now I am (a lot) older I appreciate songs that I grew up with even more now, this one is one of those! I love Jays reactions and that he has gone on this incredible journey and is open to all genres and types of music and artists - made me realise how many artists I know but never really appreciated them having grown up through the 70s and 80s in the UK and Amber - WOW your ability to "get" songs and hone in on lyrics when you hear them for the first time, very special talent. I also love the comments from your amazing contributors as I have learnt so much from them. Keep up the fantastic work and look after yourselves and your loved ones. Apologies for rambling on but I have gone down the Rob Squad Reactions "rabbit hole" :)

[@simonmcmanus7972]

Classic thompson twins, a banger!

[@tomm8650]

Another 80s band with an unique sound you would love would be Fine Young Cannibals "She Drives Me Crazy"

[@davidw.hulbertiv5211]

You two are so funny and I laughed so hard about the twins comment... Jordan's neck almost snapped when he did that double take...

[@rexman9002]

Many of these great 80s hits also have extended 12 inch versions which just makes it more enjoyable to listen to. This brings out so many good ememories of the 80s. I used to listening to this often on my Walkman and wearing out the batteries. Lol. Please react to some early Simple Minds. New Gold Dream is my favorite album of theirs. 81, 82, 83, 84 and Promised you a Miracle is a must listen.

[@peterabbott3156]

Hi folks I’ll see the Thompson Twins in concert twice back in the 80s! Great visuals on stage! Keep up the good work! . ❤️👍

[@GeorgeBratcherIII]

I have "Greatest Mixes: The Best of the Thompson Twins" on CD, now migrated to MP3s. Lay Your Hands On Me, King For A Day, You Take Me Up, Get That Love, Doctor! Doctor!, In The Name of Love, Lies, Love On Your Side, The GAP - truly the best along with Hold Me Now featured on there also! There are days when I have a TWINS fit and only listen to this album on rotation all day long if I am in the mood!

[@davidwoolbright3675]

I forgot how many songs they had on the radio!! They really were huge for a while.

[@TheCarnivalguy]

The 80s was the era of the Second British Invasion. The Thompson Twins were one of many during that decade. MTV kept “Hold Me Now” in heavy rotation. 😊

[@dougthompson5449]

This is one of the ultimate 80's songs. You should consider listening to Modern English's "I'll melt with you".

[@SteveA308]

So pleased you covered this song. You stopped it in the wrong place! But love it

[@PaulSmith-xc7vt]

What a great 80s tune. Brings back the memories.

[@Grimmiest]

Ok watching 80s tonight for fun; your smiles and your energy has made me hit the subscribe...you do it

[@jrasicmark1]

I loved this song when it came out, but I don't remember noticing how many different instruments they all played in the video!! They kept switching instruments through the video, and that really impresses me how they know how to play them all!!

[@EdSynan-sf7ct]

I LOVE Y’all….. I’m binge watching you guys…. You make this old F smile as I was a teenager in the 70’s 80’s . Keep it up …. You’re the bomb!!!!

[@sandyleewhite]

Thompson Twins were a British pop band that formed in April 1977 Initially they were a new wave group, which is why there may be some confusion on their sound....they are definitely a mix of a few genres, and I absolutely adored them!!! It is hard to believe they were all so poor at one time, that they were actually squatters, and couch hoppers, for quite some time! they had top hits in the United Kingdom, the United States, and around the world.

[@clevelandnative7175]

Omg this was my second ever concert in 1985. Oh the memories.

[@lepoetress]

Love this song ... so mellow, so chill ... 80s had groups that made great classic jams.

[@diannebleacher6156]

So stinkin’ 80’s! I love their sound!

[@babyfacedassassinuk]

I was in love with this group as a toddler. I remember dancing very badly whenever they came on the radio. "You take me up" was, and still is, my favourite. "Doctor Doctor" is a close runner up. By the time I was 4 I had a big crush on the lead singer 😊 Around the same time I remember Howard Jones too. He's definitely one to look up

[@matthewrandom4523]

One of my all time favourite songs of the 1980ies.

[@normanleroy1874]

You guys are hitting the 80s hard! If you like the mysterious 80s, you should hit REM, Driver 8 or Radio Free Europe. They had a real mystique then and a very evocative, sometimes haunting sound.

[@garydunn5797]

In the 80s I DJ'd for a high school Valentines Dance in the Upper Midwest. There were two separate distinct groups of teenage clique groups that refused to get along and they hated each other's music. You had the mainstream suburban Top 40 music mall kids who listened to Madonna, Michael Jackson, and Cyndi Lauper, with their brightly colored clothes and big hair, and they would slow dance cheek to cheek and ear to ear in loving embrace. Then there were the tough urban punk rock and goth kids who listened to The Cure, The Smiths. Husker Du, Violent Femmes, and Black Flag wearing dark subdued funeral clothes, face paint, and would aggressively slam dance into each other. The two sides hated each other and refused to share the same dance floor with each other. The Punks thought the mainstream kids were uncool and the mainstream kids thought the punks were anti social, dangerous, and unruly. So the adult chaperone school teachers and school officials monitoring the dance approached me in desperation since I was the DJ and asked me to please do something about this horrible situation. I told them that I've got this matter under control. So I thought of odd artistically cool alternative bands that have recently put out pop songs like Talking Heads, Eurythmics, Simple Minds, U2, and many others that both groups of kids could equally relate to. And the first cool Top 40 mainstream pop band that came to mind was The Thompson Twins! Y'all. I'm telling you! The second I put the needle on the Thompson Twins record, I saw the bleachers emptying out from both separate sides of the gym floor and walls of people coming to the dance floor all at once from both sides to all celebrate as one united school and dance together in celebration. Once I had them all on the floor dancing together, I kept them there for most of the dance while brainstorming of other cool artists that the goths like who may have put out Top 40 songs that the mainstream mall kids would recognize. I kept brainstorming and stacking my record choices higher and higher on the table with enough songs to get through the entire dance that satisfied both sides equally while politely turning down requests for more Madonna or more Sex Pistols. I kept it right down the middle and the chaperone teachers raced over to me and gave me hugs and couldn't understand how I did it. I said, Don't thank me....Thank The Thompson Twins! 😊😊❤😊😊

[@Bekka_Noyb]

One of my fave 80s songs! ♥ Great bass line! I suggest the following Thompson Twins songs: Lies, Lay Your Hands On Me & Doctor Doctor

[@caseymoe816]

Saw Thompson Twins, The Fixx and Berlin open for The Police in an MTV free concert at Hollywood Park horse race track in the summer/fall of 1983. Awesome little concert at a bizarre venue that btw - J will be interested to know - was torn down and replaced by SoFi Stadium where the Bengals and Rams clash in SB LVI!! #WhoDey!!! 🔥🤙

[@wildcatvxa2372]

Another great 80’s tune from a band without a huge catalog is “What About Me” by Moving Pictures from Australia

[@lisaj6728]

Yes!

[@denisegeary6603]

Love that song. It's on my play list.

[@michlkwitz]

"What About Me" was probably the theme song of the entirety of my school life.

[@bigjohn911]

What a song. Must listen to this one.