On this day October 17 1981, Christopher Cross reached the top of the US charts with Arthurs Theme (Best That You Can Do), the romantic ballad from the hit film Arthur. The song, co-written by Cross, Burt Bacharach, Carole Bayer Sager, and Peter Allen, became one of the most beloved love songs of the decade.
Arthurs Theme went on to win the Academy Award for Best Original Song, combining smooth vocals and lush orchestration that perfectly captured the elegance of early 80s pop.
80s insight: Arthurs Theme reflected the sophisticated side of 80s music, where heartfelt lyrics and cinematic sound blended seamlessly with the glamour of the era.
Arthurs Theme went on to win the Academy Award for Best Original Song, combining smooth vocals and lush orchestration that perfectly captured the elegance of early 80s pop.
80s insight: Arthurs Theme reflected the sophisticated side of 80s music, where heartfelt lyrics and cinematic sound blended seamlessly with the glamour of the era.
