Top 10 R&B Singles – December 1980

In December 1980, the R&B charts were dominated by soulful classics and emerging sounds that helped define the era. Here’s a look at the top 10 R&B singles of that month according to Billboard’s Hot Soul Singles chart:

Top 10 R&B Singles – December 1980

1. “Celebration” – Kool & The Gang
   • A feel-good anthem that became one of the band’s biggest hits.
2. “Love T.K.O.” – Teddy Pendergrass
   • A smooth, emotional ballad showcasing Pendergrass’s iconic voice.
3. “Master Blaster (Jammin’)” – Stevie Wonder
   • A reggae-inspired hit paying tribute to Bob Marley.
4. “Never Knew Love Like This Before” – Stephanie Mills
   • A Grammy-winning love ballad with timeless appeal.
5. “Lovely One” – The Jacksons
   • A funky track from their Triumph album.
6. “Fantastic Voyage” – Lakeside
   • A funk anthem inviting listeners to “come along and ride.”
7. “Give Me the Night” – George Benson
   • A jazzy disco track produced by Quincy Jones.
8. “Everybody’s Got to Learn Sometime” – The Korgis
   • A hauntingly beautiful song that crossed into R&B territories.
9. “Upside Down” – Diana Ross
   • A disco smash produced by Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards.
10. “I’m Coming Out” – Diana Ross
    • Another empowering hit from Diana’s diana album.

These songs reflect the richness of R&B during that era, with a mix of ballads, disco, funk, and emerging influences shaping the genre. Let me know if you’d like more details on any of these!

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