The #1 R&B song on December 31, 1981

Let's Groove By Earth, Wind and Fire

Other #1 songs on December 31, 1981

#1 Hit Song

Physical
Olivia Newton-John

UK #1 Song

Don't You Want Me
The Human League

#1 Country Song

Love in the First Degree
Alabama

#1 Dance Track

You Can
Madleen Kane

Notable December 31 birthdays in the 1980s

Emilie Le Pennec
Gymnast
Born December 31, 1987

John Wes Townley
Race Car Driver
Born December 31, 1989

Caroline Gleich
Skier
Born December 31, 1985

Calvin Zola
Soccer Player
Born December 31, 1984

Richie McCaw
Rugby Player
Born December 31, 1980

Stephanie Nguyen
Dancer
Born December 31, 1986

Kenny Sebastian
Comedian
Born December 31, 1990

Paula Castano
TV Actress
Born December 31, 1982