Saga - "On the Loose"

Saga
"On the Loose"
#26 (February 26, 1983)

Saga is a prime example of a band that got way more success in other countries than it did in America. Saga got more popular in European countries and in their native countries, but only scored one Top 40 hit in the U.S. with "On the Loose".

Aside from the keyboard solo at the start of the song, there's really nothing much I can say about "On the Loose". So I suggest you go see Michael Waterman's review at toponehitwonders.com/:

http://toponehitwonders.com/rock/on-the-loose-saga/

Rebbie Jackson - "Centipede"

Rebbie Jackson
"Centipede"
#24 (December 22, 1984)

From 1984 comes the only Top 40 hit by Michael Jackson's lesser known older sister, Rebbie Jackson. Rebbie really never got that much attention from the public, and ended up becoming a one-hit wonder, in stark contrast to her younger brother Michael.

"Centipede" is powered by drum hits, bass riffs and keyboard effects typical for an 80s song. But "Centipede" somehow stands out in a special way. Michael produced and wrote the song for Rebbie, and even screams "Centipede!" in the background of the song. In fact, "Centipede" sounds like it could be done by Michael himself with some reworked lyrics.

"Today, Rebbie is generally considered the “most normal” of all the Jacksons. That’s a pretty significant achievement right there. You can even argue it’s perhaps the greatest achievement of all." - David Waterman at toponehitwonders.com

Eye to Eye - "Nice Girls"

Eye to Eye
"Nice Girls"
#37 (July 24, 1982)

Eye to Eye's "Nice Girls" easily stands out as one of my favorite one-hit wonders of the 80s. Reminiscent of artists like Steely Dan, it's a nice upbeat track. I like the beat, and keyboards work well too.

Anyway, time for the more geeky info.

Composed of American singer Deborah Berg and English pianist Julian Marshall, Eye to Eye formed in 1980 after meeting at a dance ensemble performance. A recording contract followed, and Eye to Eye released their self-titled debut album in 1981. They would release one more album, then broke up in 1984, later reuniting in 2001.