8. The Police - Synchronicity - 1983

Over all, I'd say that this was the best record of the 1980's. Yes, this is the best of the decade. It trumps Joshua Tree, it really does. Sting was at the top of his game. Do these sound familiar?
Wrapped Around Your Finger
King Of Pain
Every Breath You Take
Synchronicity II
Four huge hits and three more strong tracks with Tea In The Sahara, Synchronicity I and Walking In Your Footsteps.
I wore the tape out when I got 27 years ago. What a powerful record. Their best.