Living as a teenager in the 1980s meant navigating school, friendships, and self-expression in a world bursting with color, music, and style. Teens rocked neon clothes, bold hairstyles, and carried Walkmans, letting pop, rock, or hip-hop set the soundtrack to their lives. Hangouts at malls, skate parks, and drive-ins were social hubs, while school dances, sports, and cliques shaped daily life.