The #1 song in the UK on December 5, 1981

Begin The Beguine (Volver A Empezar) By Julio Iglesias

Other #1 songs on December 5, 1981

#1 Hit Song

Physical
Olivia Newton-John

#1 R&B Song

Let's Groove
Earth, Wind and Fire

#1 Country Song

Bet Your Heart on Me
Johnny Lee

#1 Dance Track

Controversy/ Let's Work
Prince

Notable December 5 birthdays in the 1980s

Jurrell Casey

Born December 05, 1989
Ross Bagley

Born December 05, 1988
A. J. Pollock

Born December 05, 1987
LeGarrette Blount

Born December 05, 1986
Frankie Muniz

Born December 05, 1985
Lauren London

Born December 05, 1984
Eddy Curry

Born December 05, 1982