# Hard Rock Hits of 1980

> Four hard rock songs from 1980 that still resonate with Generation X.
- Title: Hard Rock Hits of 1980 · American Songwriter | Shortify
- Summary: Four hard rock songs from 1980 that still resonate with Generation X. Four hard rock songs from 1980 remain popular with Generation X listeners today.
- Keywords: 1980, hard rock, ac/dc, queen, motörhead, journey, generation x, billboard hot 100, music, American Songwriter
- Source: American Songwriter — https://americansongwriter.com/4-unforgettable-hard-rock-hits-from-1980-that-take-generation-x-back-in-time
- Author: Em Casalena
- Published: 2026-11-09T23:15:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: 1980, hard rock, ac/dc, queen, motörhead, journey, generation x, billboard hot 100, music, culture
## Back In Black by AC/DC
AC/DC released 'Back In Black' after Bon Scott's death, peaking at No. 37 on Billboard Hot 100.

> Back In Black
## Another One Bites The Dust by Queen
Queen's song peaked at No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100 in 1980.

> Another One Bites The Dust
## Ace Of Spades by Motörhead
Motörhead's song reached No. 15 in the UK charts and is a classic metal opener.

> Ace Of Spades
## Any Way You Want It by Journey
Journey's song peaked at No. 23 on Billboard Hot 100 in 1980.

> Any Way You Want It
## Key takeaway

Four hard rock songs from 1980 remain popular with Generation X listeners today.