The #1 dance song on December 1, 1981

Controversy/ Let's Work By Prince

Other #1 songs on December 1, 1981

#1 Hit Song

Physical
Olivia Newton-John

UK #1 Song

Begin The Beguine (Volver A Empezar)
Julio Iglesias

#1 R&B Song

Let's Groove
Earth, Wind and Fire

#1 Country Song

Bet Your Heart on Me
Johnny Lee

Notable December 1 birthdays in the 1980s

Tyler Joseph

Born December 01, 1988
DeSean Jackson

Born December 01, 1986
Ilfenesh Hadera

Born December 01, 1985
Charles Michael Davis

Born December 01, 1984