80s Piano Songs in the Key of A Major
Discover the best 80s piano songs in the key of A Major. 15 curated songs from 22+ available — with difficulty levels, tempo, and tips.
A Major with its three sharps (F♯, C♯, G♯) has a brilliant, sparkling quality. It's a popular key in pop, rock, and R&B — many hit songs live in A Major because it sits comfortably in most vocal ranges. On piano, the hand position feels natural once you're past the beginner stage, making these songs rewarding to practice.
The 80s gave us power ballads, synth-pop, and some of the most dramatic piano moments in pop history. From Journey's anthems to Phil Collins' emotional hits, these songs capture the larger-than-life spirit of the decade. Below you'll find 15 hand-picked 80s piano songs in the key of A Major, selected from over 22 songs in our library.
1. Ridin' The Storm Out — REO Speedwagon
AREO Speedwagon · Key A · 140 BPMPlayDifficulty: Easy | Key: A | Tempo: 140 BPM
2. De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da — The Police
AThe Police · Key A · 136 BPMPlayDifficulty: Easy | Key: A | Tempo: 136 BPM
3. Message In A Bottle — The Police
AThe Police · Key A · 150 BPMPlayDifficulty: Easy | Key: A | Tempo: 150 BPM
4. Running With The Night — Lionel Richie
ALionel Richie · Key A · 122 BPMPlayDifficulty: Medium | Key: A | Tempo: 122 BPM
5. Billie Jean — Michael Jackson
AMichael Jackson · Key A · 120 BPMPlayDifficulty: Medium | Key: A | Tempo: 120 BPM
6. 7 — Prince
APrince · Key A · 100 BPMPlayDifficulty: Medium | Key: A | Tempo: 100 BPM
7. Dear Mr. Man — Prince
APrince · Key A · 50 BPMPlayDifficulty: Medium | Key: A | Tempo: 50 BPM
8. Kiss — Prince
APrince · Key A · 130 BPMPlayDifficulty: Medium | Key: A | Tempo: 130 BPM
9. Raspberry Beret — Prince
APrince · Key A · 120 BPMPlayDifficulty: Medium | Key: A | Tempo: 120 BPM
10. Saving All My Love For You — Whitney Houston
AWhitney Houston · Key A · 102 BPMPlayDifficulty: Medium | Key: A | Tempo: 102 BPM
11. Never Say Goodbye — Bon Jovi
ABon Jovi · Key A · 90 BPMPlayDifficulty: Medium | Key: A | Tempo: 90 BPM
12. Love Is Blindness — U2
AU2 · Key A · 75 BPMPlayDifficulty: Medium | Key: A | Tempo: 75 BPM
13. Take On Me — a-ha
Aa-ha · Key A · 152 BPMPlayDifficulty: Hard | Key: A | Tempo: 152 BPM
14. Holding Out For A Hero — Bonnie Tyler
ABonnie Tyler · Key A · 80 BPMPlayDifficulty: Hard | Key: A | Tempo: 80 BPM
15. Can't Stop This Thing
We Started — Bryan Adams
ABryan Adams · Key A · 112 BPMPlayDifficulty: Hard | Key: A | Tempo: 112 BPM
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This is just a selection of 15 songs from over 22 80s piano songs available in the key of A Major. Whether you're just starting out or looking for your next challenge, there's always more to discover.
Browse all 80s Piano Songs or explore songs in other keys to find the perfect match for your skill level and musical taste.
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