Huey Lewis & The News: The Sound of Good Times and Great Rock

When you think of feel-good rock ‘n’ roll, one band always comes to mind—Huey Lewis & The News. Their music wasn’t about being the edgiest or the flashiest; it was about having fun, making great songs, and getting people moving. With their mix of rock, pop, blues, and soul, they became one of the defining bands of the 1980s, and their songs still bring smiles to faces today.

The Road to Success

Huey Lewis & The News got their start in San Francisco, playing in clubs and perfecting their tight, energetic sound. It took a few albums to break through, but when they did, they did it in a big way. Their third album, Sports (1983), was a smash hit, going multi-platinum and launching them into superstardom.

The Hits That Made Them Legends

🎵 “The Power of Love” – Their first #1 hit and one of the greatest movie songs ever (Back to the Future fans, you know).
🎵 “Hip to Be Square” – A catchy, tongue-in-cheek anthem that became a pop culture moment.
🎵 “I Want a New Drug” – Funky, fun, and loaded with attitude.
🎵 “Stuck with You” – A smooth love song that topped the charts.
🎵 “If This Is It” – Classic doo-wop harmonies meet rock ‘n’ roll perfection.

A Band That Rocked Hollywood

Huey Lewis & The News weren’t just a radio band; they became part of movie history. The Power of Love wasn’t just a song in Back to the Future—it helped define the film. Huey Lewis even had a cameo as the talent show judge who rejected Marty McFly’s band.

Beyond Back to the Future, their music has been featured in countless movies and TV shows. Hip to Be Square became a cult favorite thanks to its darkly comedic role in American Psycho, proving that their music could fit into just about any scene.

Still Rockin’ After All These Years

Though Huey Lewis had to step back from performing due to hearing loss, the band’s music remains as beloved as ever. Their songs are still on the radio, in movies, and on playlists worldwide. And let’s be honest—when “The Power of Love” comes on, you have to sing along.

Huey Lewis & The News weren’t about trends or gimmicks. They were about good music, great energy, and a sound that still makes people happy today. That’s why they’re more than a band—they’re a soundtrack to life’s best moments.

What’s your favorite Huey Lewis song? Let’s talk about it in the comments!

– Ken Robol, Rockin’ Hits Radio 🎶