The next underrated 80s song is a case of widespread critical acclaim not being paired with commercial success. This song — ‘Just Like Honey’ by The Jesus and Mary Chain — wasn’t played much in 1985, let alone 2025.
The Scottish alt-rockers had a dozen Top 40 hits in the UK, and many more just outside the Top 40, but they had very little penetration in the U.S. I listened to a half dozen of their most popular songs and didn’t recognize one.
Meet Me In Montauk 