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80s Piano Songs in the Key of G Major

Discover the best 80s piano songs in the key of G Major. 15 curated songs from 37+ available — with difficulty levels, tempo, and tips.

G Major adds just one sharp (F♯) to the mix, making it one of the most natural-sounding keys on piano. It has a bright, optimistic quality that works beautifully across genres — from folk and country to pop and rock. Many guitar-driven songs are written in G, which means a huge catalog of popular music lives in this key.

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 G Major, selected from over 37 songs in our library.

1. Girls Just Want To Have Fun — Cyndi Lauper

Play "GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN"Key: G · 120 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 120 BPM

2. Stone in Love — Journey

Play "Stone in Love"Key: G · 120 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 120 BPM

3. Lady — Lionel Richie

Play "LADY"Key: G · 68 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 68 BPM

4. Beat It — Michael Jackson

Play "BEAT IT"Key: G · 140 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 140 BPM

5. Take It On The Run — REO Speedwagon

Play "TAKE IT ON THE RUN"Key: G · 152 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 152 BPM

6. Rosanna — Toto

Play "Rosanna"Key: G · 120 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 120 BPM

7. Livin' On A Prayer — Bon Jovi

Play "Livin' On A Prayer"Key: G · 120 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 120 BPM

8. Don't Stand So Close To Me '86 — The Police

Play "DON'T STAND SO CLOSE TO ME '86"Key: G · 126 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 126 BPM

9. Every Breath You Take — The Police

Play "Every Breath You Take"Key: G · 110 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 110 BPM

10. Walking On The Moon — The Police

Play "WALKING ON THE MOON"Key: G · 144 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 144 BPM

11. Does Anybody Really

Know What Time It Is? — Chicago

Play "DOES ANYBODY REALLY KNOW WHAT TIME IT IS?"Key: G · 108 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: G | Tempo: 108 BPM

12. You're The Inspiration — Chicago

Play "YOU'RE THE INSPIRATION"Key: G · 80 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: G | Tempo: 80 BPM

13. All Through The Night — Cyndi Lauper

Play "ALL THROUGH THE NIGHT"Key: G · 90 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: G | Tempo: 90 BPM

14. Any Way You Want It — Journey

Play "ANY WAY YOU WANT IT"Key: G · 138 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: G | Tempo: 138 BPM

15. All Night Long — Lionel Richie

Play "ALL NIGHT LONG"Key: G · 112 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: G | Tempo: 112 BPM

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This is just a selection of 15 songs from over 37 80s piano songs available in the key of G 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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