Daily Time Capsule

On This Day: February 12, 1983 Mr. Roboto by Styx Released

Hey!

Welcome to We love the Eighties Community!

Thanks for visiting our 80s paradise. At We Love the Eighties we celebrate everything that made the 1980s unforgettable, from classic music and blockbuster movies to retro TV shows, vintage video games, pop culture icons, and bold fashion trends. Take a trip down memory lane with our Retro Rewind flashbacks, join in on nostalgic forum discussions, and share your favorite memories from the greatest decade ever. Guests can browse a few threads, but full access requires registration. Ready to relive the magic of the 80s? Sign up today and become part of our passionate eighties community.
Register Log in

Overview Discussion

Pete

Pete

Mr. Eighties
Joined
Apr 29, 2023
Messages
11,141
Reaction score
470
Credits
75
Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: February 12, 1983 Mr. Roboto by Styx Released.

On this day, February 12, 1983, Styx released Mr. Roboto, one of their most unique and memorable singles. The song was featured on their concept album Kilroy Was Here and blended rock with synth-driven electronic elements, reflecting the album’s futuristic themes.

Mr. Roboto became a major hit, climbing to #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and gaining massive airplay. The song’s robotic "Domo arigato, Mr. Roboto" hook became an instant pop culture phenomenon, helping to popularize the use of...
Click to expand...

Read the full story here...
 
Back
Top