🔟 Top Ten: Cassette Side A Openers That Set the Vibe
“If Side A didn’t hit, the tape never flipped.”
These are the tracks that didn’t just start the tape—they started the night, the drive, the mood. Whether you were skating, cruising, or just rewinding your week, these openers had one job: set the tone.
🎶 Top Ten Side A Openers
- “Let’s Groove” – Earth, Wind & Fire (1981)
Funk, synth, and instant movement. The floor lit up. - “Rock With You” – Michael Jackson (1979)
Smooth, warm, and cinematic. A slow roll into magic. - “Push It” – Salt-N-Pepa (1986)
Bold, bass-heavy, and unapologetic. Instant energy. - “I Can’t Go for That (No Can Do)” – Hall & Oates (1981)
Cool groove with emotional clarity. A vibe starter. - “Word Up!” – Cameo (1986)
Funky, weird, and unforgettable. The crowd leaned in. - “Don’t Stop Believin’” – Journey (1981)
Anthemic and emotional. The whole room sang along. - “Super Freak” – Rick James (1981)
Bassline that slapped. You knew what was coming. - “You Dropped a Bomb on Me” – The Gap Band (1982)
Explosive opener. Synths, sirens, and swagger. - “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” – Tears for Fears (1985)
Melancholy meets motion. A thoughtful groove. - “Jam On It” – Newcleus (1984)
Electro-funk perfection. The tape didn’t wait—it jumped.
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“Side A was a promise. These tracks kept it.”