Cyndi Lauper is one of the most colorful, expressive and influential icons of the 1980s. With her extravagant vintage clothes, brightly colored punk hairdos and a unique four-octave voice, the singer from Brooklyn proved that pop music could be exuberant, artistic and socially engaged at the same time. She made pop history with her debut album She's So Unusual and became a tireless champion of diversity and LGBTQ+ rights. Vote for your favorite Cyndi Lauper song.
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Girls Just Want to Have Fun
The ultimate feminist pop anthem that made her a world star in one go. Lauper reworked a song originally written by a man into a triumphant celebration of female independence and joy for life; an immortal classic with billions of streams.
Time After Time
One of the most beautiful ballads ever written, co-composed with Rob Hyman of The Hooters. The simple guitar riff, ticking rhythm and comforting chorus about unconditional loyalty ('If you're lost you can look and you will find me') still give generations of listeners goosebumps.
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True Colors
A fragile, heartwarming anthem about daring to show your true identity in a harsh world. Carried by subtle acoustic instrumentation and Lauper's whisper-soft vocals, it became a global anthem for acceptance and for the LGBTQ+ community.
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She Bop
A groundbreaking, bouncy new wave hit that caused quite a stir in the '80s for its cheeky take on female self-pleasure. Lauper wrapped the taboo subject in a cheerful, radio-friendly pop melody full of playful sound effects.
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All Through the Night
One of her most dreamy and atmospheric songs, written by Jules Shear. The lush synthesizers and Lauper's velvety, floating vocals create a timeless feeling of nighttime intimacy.
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I Drove All Night
A passionate power-pop ballad (later covered by Céline Dion) about a feverish all-night drive fueled by irresistible longing. Lauper bares her soul with dramatic, soaring belts.
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The Goonies 'R' Good Enough
The official theme song of the Spielberg-produced adventure classic The Goonies. The song breathes pure cheerfulness and playful '80s energy, complete with catchy synth riffs and a legendary music video full of professional wrestlers.
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Change of Heart
An energetic synth-pop smash from her second album True Colors, with backing vocals by The Bangles. The pumping rhythm and Lauper's powerful vocals make it a favorite for fans of the classic '80s sound.
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When You Were Mine
Her brilliant cover of Prince's new wave classic. Lauper gives the song a fresh, energetic synth-pop injection and sings the bittersweet story of an unattainable lover with just the right dose of nostalgia and longing.
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Money Changes Everything
The raw rock opener of her debut album. Driven by wailing keys and ripping guitars, Lauper sings with fierce punk attitude about the harsh reality in which material desires can mercilessly destroy even the most sincere love.
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