Top 5 Song Writers Of The 80's

Glad to see the boys from Husker Du getting some recognition for their good work. Always thought "Warehoues" was an overlooked gem.

Btw, do you find yourself humming along with "Land speed record", or is it just me?;)

Dhl93449-This thread is about songwriters not record sales!

Dayglo

So which of my suggestions is not a song writer in the 80's? Do they all have to be no names like Micheal Been (who the *** is that)?

Agree with Mark Knofler, Joe Jackson. By 1980 Van Morrison's voice was shot. His best stuff was in the 70's, not the 80's.

I also should have added Phil Collins. Or Al Stewart.

Just because someone sell records, does not make them a poor song writer.

Different strokes guys.

Michael Been was mostly known for his work with the Call.

Huey Lewis? I'd put Stevie Winwood or Bruce Hornsby in front of him. Brian Eno.