Acceptable in the 80s
Calvin Harris
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It was acceptable in the 80's It was acceptable at the time It was acceptable in the 80's It was acceptable at the time I've got love for you If you were born in the 80's, the 80's I've got hugs for you If you were born in the 80's, the 80's I'll do things for you If you were born in the 80's, the 80's I've got hugs for you If you were born in the 80's Yeah It was acceptable in the 80's It was acceptable at the time It was acceptable in the 80's It was acceptable at the time I've got love for you If you were born in the 80's, the 80's I've got hugs for you If you were born in the 80's, the 80's I'll do things for you If you were born in the 80's, the 80's I've got hugs for you If you were born in the 80's Yeah It was acceptable in the 80's It was acceptable at the time It was acceptable in the 80's It was acceptable at the time
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10 facts about this song
Creation and Production"Acceptable in the 80s" is Calvin Harris's debut single. He wrote and produced the song, showcasing his multi-talented musical abilities.
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Release DateThis seminal song was released on March 12, 2007, and it's the lead single from Harris's debut album, "I Created Disco."
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Chart Success"Acceptable in the 80s" performed well on various music charts. It peaked at No. 10 on the UK Singles Chart, launching Calvin Harris into the public eye.
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Music VideoThe music video was directed by Woof Wan-Bau and features a variety of colorful and abstract animations, reflecting the retro, playful vibe of the song.
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Genres and StyleThe song is classified under the dance-pop and nu-disco genres. It features bouncy synths and retro aesthetics, illustrating Calvin Harris's unique production style.
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InspirationHarris indicated that one of the inspirations for "Acceptable in the 80s" was the idea that some things which were acceptable in the 1980s wouldn't be tolerated in a modern context.
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Commercial UseThe song found commercial success outside of the music charts as well. It was used in an advertisement for Coca-Cola and in the soundtrack for the video game "Dance Central 3."
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Album's ContributionThe success of "Acceptable in the 80s" contributed to the overall success of Harris's debut album, "I Created Disco," which eventually went gold in the UK.
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Vinyl ReleaseIn addition to its digital and CD releases, "Acceptable in the 80s" was also released as a 7" vinyl single.
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Live PerformancesHarris performed the song at numerous music festivals and concerts, including the 2007 Glastonbury Festival, further increasing its popularity.
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