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Feb 2, 2026

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day February 2 1985 - I Want to Know What Love Is by Foreigner Became the Number One Song in America.

On this day February 2 1985, I Want to Know What Love Is by Foreigner became the number one song in America, marking one of the biggest power ballads of the decade. The song blended arena rock emotion with gospel inspired backing vocals, creating a dramatic and heartfelt sound that stood apart from typical rock singles.

I Want to Know What Love Is reflected how mid 1980s music embraced vulnerability and...

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