Motown Hits Of The 70s And 80s

Alright, let's talk Motown. Not the early stuff. We're diving into the 70s and 80s, baby! Prepare for some *controversial* opinions.

The Underrated Era of Soulful Grooves

People always talk about the early Motown sound. The Supremes, the Temptations... classics! But the 70s and 80s? That's where the real party was at.

Sure, it was different. Things got a little disco. A little synthesizer-y. But that's what made it fun!

Diana Ross: Beyond the Bouffant

Everyone loves Diana Ross. But let's be honest, her 70s and 80s stuff? Pure gold! "Upside Down"? Still gets me moving.

Don't @ me, but I think some of her solo work surpasses the Supremes. There I said it! It's just…catchier!

And the outfits? Outrageous! In the best way possible, of course. We're talking sequins, people, sequins!

Stevie Wonder: Experimentation and Genius

Stevie Wonder in the 70s and 80s was on another level. He was basically a musical mad scientist. And we all benefited!

"Superstition," "Living for the City"... iconic! These weren't just songs; they were experiences.

The harmonica solos alone deserve a Grammy. Or ten. Seriously, could that man play!

The Jackson 5 (and Michael's Solo Ascent)

Okay, so the Jackson 5 started earlier, but they really hit their stride in the 70s. And then came *the* Michael Jackson.

Let's be real, "Thriller" changed the game. The music video? Legendary. The moonwalk? Revolutionary.

I'm not saying he peaked in the 80s. But... I'm also not not saying that. Fight me!

Lionel Richie: The King of the Ballad

Need a good cry? Call Lionel Richie. He was the master of the power ballad back then. And those songs still hold up today!

"Endless Love" with Diana Ross? The ultimate slow dance song. Even if it makes me cringe a little, I secretly love it.

And don't forget "All Night Long (All Night)." Pure party anthem. Makes you want to get up and dance... even if you have two left feet.

Unpopular Opinion Time!

Here's where it gets spicy. I think the 70s and 80s Motown sound was more fun than the earlier stuff. There, I said it!

Yes, the classics are important. But sometimes, you just want to boogie. And those later decades delivered.

So next time you're feeling nostalgic, skip the usual suspects. Dive into the 70s and 80s. You might just surprise yourself with how much you enjoy it.

Because let's face it, Motown, no matter the era, just makes you feel good. And that's something we all need more of!