But there are other things we wish we’d done back then, yet very few of us did.
From being there for the decade’s iconic gigs to solving the most impenetrable puzzles of the 80s, how many of us can actually say we did these things?
This 80s bucket list features some of the most memorable music, TV shows, movies, toys and video games.
How many of these things can you say, hand on heart, you achieved before the decade was out?
Congratulations if you’re able to tick off one or more of the items on our list, but if not you won’t be the only one.
The ship may have sailed in some cases, but it’s not too late to achieve a few of these 80s goals.
What do you most regret not having done in the 80s, and what is your proudest memory from the decade?
If you’re a fan of 80s nostalgia, you might like this look back at things you’ll only remember if you went to school back then.
9. Performed a kickflip on your skateboard
Skateboarding was huge in the 80s, but most converts quickly discovered it wasn't as easy as the experts made it look. If you were one of the few people who managed to pull off a kickflip, or any other kind of trick, then congratulations. The rest of us were content with trying to stay upright and not make too much of a fool of ourselves. | Getty Images Photo: Evening Standard