Playlist Time Machine

Chart year

Number one hits of 1981

In 1981, Physical by Olivia Newton-John holds No. 1 for 10 weeks, the longest run of the year. The year opens with The Tide Is High by Blondie. Daryl Hall and John Oates and Blondie each have 2 No. 1s.

16 songs reached number one in 1981.

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  1. The Tide Is HighBlondie
  2. CelebrationKool and the Gang
  3. 9 to 5Dolly Parton
  4. I Love a Rainy NightEddie Rabbitt
  5. Keep On Loving YouREO Speedwagon
  6. RaptureBlondie
  7. Kiss On My ListDaryl Hall and John Oates
  8. Morning Train (Nine to Five)Sheena Easton
  9. Bette Davis EyesKim Carnes
  10. Stars on 45 MedleyStars on 45
  11. The One That You LoveAir Supply
  12. Jessie's GirlRick Springfield
  13. Endless LoveDiana Ross
  14. Arthur's ThemeChristopher Cross
  15. Private EyesDaryl Hall and John Oates
  16. PhysicalOlivia Newton-John