Retro 10 – 80s Editions – 11/10/2025
Top 10 Country Music Songs, Week of November 10, 1985
1. Eddie Rabbitt – The Best Year Of My Life
2. Reba McEntire – How Blue
3. Alabama – There’s A Fire In The Night
4. Merle Haggard with Janie Fricke – A Place To Fall Apart
5. Conway Twitty – Ain’t She Something Else
6. Oak Ridge Boys – Make My Life With You
7. Mel McDaniel – Baby’s Got Her Blue Jeans On
8. Gary Morris – Baby Bye Bye
9. The Statler Brothers – My Only Love
10. Exile – Crazy For Your Love
Significant highlights:
“Eddie Rabbitt” and “Reba McEntire” were among the most prominent artists of the year, each scoring multiple chart-toppers.
“Alabama” and “Oak Ridge Boys” continued their dominance of the country charts, reflecting the era’s blend of traditional and pop-influenced country.
Several songs, such as “A Place To Fall Apart” and “Ain’t She Something Else,” showcased collaborations and the enduring popularity of established stars like “Merle Haggard” and “Conway Twitty”.
The diversity of artists in the top 10 illustrates the dynamic and transitional nature of mid-1980s country music, with both new voices and veteran acts achieving major hits.