Channel 8 drama theme songs 1980s kids still have in their hearts

More classic Channel 8.

Mandy How | November 29, 2016, 06:45 PM

We heard you, guys. The last time we compiled a list of classic channel 8 drama songs, lots of you contributed by commenting on your favourites - favourites that we have missed out.

Therefore, we've put together a second list so you can fritter another hour of your life away. You're welcome.

1) The Legend of Ji-Gong (濟公活佛)

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Stars Xie Shao Guang (谢韶光) in one of his most iconic roles.

 

2) The Unbeatables (双天至尊)

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Highly requested by the readers.

 

3) The Price of Peace (和平的代价)

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This comment says it all:

ch-8-ss

 

4) Neighbours (芝麻绿豆)

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Super catchy riff. We like!

 

5) Mystery (迷離夜)

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If you're afraid of butterflies, you can thank this show for it.

 

6) The Awakening (霧鎖南洋)

The most iconic drama of its generation.

 

7) Good Morning, Sir! (早安老师)

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For a period of time, "aiyoyo" was everyone's catch phrase.

 

8) The Last Swordsman (最后一个大侠)

In those days, Chen Tian Wen wasn't stunned like vegetable.

 

9) The Golden Path (黄金路)

This series was made to celebrate MediaCorp's 25th year of local Chinese drama production and incorporates scenes from past dramas such as The Seletar Robbery, The Flying Fish, Pretty Faces, Turn of the Tide, Finishing Lines, The Last Applause, Stepping Out, The Golden Pillow and Holland V.

 

10) Samsui Women  (红头巾)

Another generation-defining drama from MediaCorp (then SBC).

 

11) Happy Trio (青春123)

Your youth gone in 3, 2, 1.

 

12) Pretty Faces (三面夏娃)

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This was apparently the show that catapulted Zoe Tay to fame.

 

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