Active since 1976 and still performing today (as of 2025), Foreigner dominated the charts throughout the late 70s and 80s. Their music spanned a wide spectrum of rock styles, including Hard rock, Arena rock, and Power pop evident from their 1977 debut through releases in 1978 and 1979. The 80s saw them expertly navigate Pop rock, Funk rock influences around 1981, and master the Soft rock power ballad by 1984 and 1987. This prolific output, marked by numerous key release dates during this decade, highlights their consistent hit-making ability.
Their legacy is built on a foundation of unforgettable anthems. Early hits like "Feels Like the First Time," "Cold as Ice," "Hot Blooded," and "Double Vision" established their rock credentials. They continued with rockers like "Head Games," "Urgent," and "Juke Box Hero," alongside hugely successful power ballads such as "Waiting For A Girl Like You," the global number one "I Want to Know What Love Is," and "I Don't Want to Live Without You." This remarkable run of diverse hits cemented Foreigner as multi-platinum superstars.
