Eurythmics & Annie Lennox both feature in BBC Radio 2’s shortlist to vote for Your Ultimate 80s Duet! Voting is open now for2 weeks (UK Residents Only)

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BBC Radio 2 is celebrating the unforgettable music of the 1980s with a nationwide vote to crown the Ultimate 80s Duet—and two incredible tracks featuring Annie Lennox and Eurythmics are in the running.

This is a fantastic opportunity for fans of Eurythmics and Annie Lennox to show their support and help these iconic collaborations get the recognition they deserve. But remember—voting is open to UK residents only, so if you're in the UK, your vote really counts.

The Duets to Vote For

Two standout tracks featuring Annie Lennox & Dave Stewart have made the official shortlist:

  • Eurythmics & Aretha Franklin – Sisters Are Doin’ It for Themselves
    A bold, empowering anthem that brought together two of the most powerful voices in music. This track remains a defining moment in both artists’ careers and a celebration of female strength and solidarity.

  • Al Green & Annie Lennox – Put a Little Love in Your Heart
    A soulful, heartfelt duet that showcases Annie’s incredible vocal warmth and versatility, paired beautifully with Al Green’s legendary voice.

Both songs are timeless examples of what made 80s duets so special—genuine chemistry, unforgettable melodies, and voices that defined a generation.

How to Vote

Voting opened on Monday 7 July and will remain open until 12 noon on Monday 21 July. You can vote for up to five duets from the official list, so be sure to include both Annie Lennox collaborations in your selection.

To cast your vote, visit the BBC Radio 2 website and follow the instructions on the Your Ultimate 80s Duet page, the link is below!

When Will the Results Be Announced?

The final countdown show, hosted by Sophie Ellis-Bextor, will be:

  • Available exclusively on BBC Sounds from Saturday 1 August
  • Broadcast on BBC Radio 2 on Saturday 9 August, from 1–3pm

Let’s make sure Eurythmics and Annie Lennox get the recognition they deserve in this celebration of 80s music. Whether it’s the fierce energy of Sisters Are Doin’ It for Themselves or the soulful charm of Put a Little Love in Your Heart, these tracks are more than worthy of your vote.

Spread the word, rally your fellow fans, and let’s get our favourites to the top of the chart.

Vote now—and let’s show the UK just how much love there is for Annie Lennox and Eurythmics.

 

Your Ultimate 80s Duet - The Shortlist

  • Alexander O'Neal & Cherrelle - Never Knew Love Like This
  • Al Green & Annie Lennox - Put A Little Love In Your Heart
  • Aretha Franklin & Elton John - Through The Storm
  • Aretha Franklin & George Michael - I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)
  • Aretha Franklin & Whitney Houston - It Isn't, It Wasn't, It Ain't Ever Gonna Be
  • Barbra Streisand & Barry Gibb - Guilty
  • Barbra Streisand & Don Johnson - Till I Loved You
  • Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes - (I've Had) The Time Of My Life
  • Billy Preston & Syreeta Wright - With You I'm Born Again
  • Bronski Beat & Marc Almond - I Feel Love / Johnny Remember Me
  • Bryan Adams & Tina Turner - It's Only Love
  • Cherrelle & Alexander O'Neal - Saturday Love
  • The Communards & Sarah Jane Morris - Don't Leave Me This Way
  • David Bowie & Bing Crosby - Peace On Earth/Little Drummer Boy
  • David Bowie & Mick Jagger - Dancing In The Streets
  • David Grant & Jaki Graham - Could It Be I'm Falling In Love
  • David Grant & Jaki Graham - Mated
  • Dennis Edwards & Siedah Garrett - Don't Look Any Further
  • Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers - Islands In The Stream
  • Dr. Robert & Kym Mazelle - Wait
  • Elaine Paige & Barbara Dickson - I Know Him So Well
  • Elton John & George Michael - Wrap Her Up
  • Elton John & Millie Jackson - Act Of War
  • Eurythmics & Aretha Franklin - Sisters Are Doin’ It For Themselves
  • Freddie Mercury & Montserrat Caballe - Barcelona
  • Gary Moore & Phil Lynott - Out In The Fields
  • INXS & Jimmy Barnes - Good Times *
  • The Jacksons & Mick Jagger - State Of Shock
  • James Ingram & Michael McDonald - Yah Mo B There
  • Jimmy Somerville & June Miles-Kingston - Comment Te Dire Adieu
  • Joe Cocker & Jennifer Warnes - Up Where We Belong
  • Kenny Rogers & Sheena Easton - We've Got Tonight
  • Kim Wilde & Junior - Another Step (Closer To You)
  • Kim Wilde & Mel Smith (aka Mel & Kim) - Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree
  • Kylie Minogue & Jason Donovan - Especially For You
  • Linda Ronstadt & James Ingram - Somewhere Out There
  • Linda Ronstadt & Aaron Neville - Don't Know Much
  • Lionel Richie & Diana Ross - Endless Love
  • Lita Ford & Ozzy Osbourne - Close My Eyes Forever
  • Marc Almond & Gene Pitney - Something's Gotten Hold Of My Heart
  • Meat Loaf & Cher - Dead Ringer For Love
  • Mica Paris & Will Downing - Where Is The Love
  • Michael Jackson & Siedah Garrett - I Just Can't Stop Loving You
  • Michael Jackson & Paul McCartney - The Girl Is Mine
  • Olivia Newton-John & Cliff Richard - Suddenly
  • Patti Austin & James Ingram - Baby, Come To Me
  • Patti Labelle & Michael McDonald - On My Own
  • Paul McCartney & Michael Jackson - Say Say Say
  • Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder - Ebony And Ivory
  • Paula Abdul & The Wild Pair - Opposites Attract *
  • Peabo Bryson & Roberta Flack - Tonight I Celebrate My Love
  • Peter Gabriel & Kate Bush - Don't Give Up
  • Pet Shop Boys & Dusty Springfield - What Have I Done To Deserve This
  • Phil Collins & Marilyn Martin - Separate Lives
  • Philip Bailey & Phil Collins - Easy Lover
  • The Pogues & Kirsty MacColl - Fairytale Of New York
  • Prince & Sheena Easton - Arms Of Orion
  • Prince & Sheena Easton - U Got The Look
  • Queen & David Bowie - Under Pressure
  • Quincy Jones feat. Ray Charles & Chaka Khan - I'll Be Good To You *
  • Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway - Back Together Again
  • Roy Orbison & k.d. lang - Crying *
  • Sarah Brightman & Cliff Richard - All I Ask Of You
  • Sarah Brightman & Paul Miles-Kingston - Pie Jesu
  • Sarah Brightman & Steve Harley - The Phantom Of The Opera
  • Sergio Mendes feat. Joe Pizzulo & Leeza Miller - Never Gonna Let You Go
  • Shakin' Stevens & Bonnie Tyler - A Rockin' Good Way
  • Stevie Nicks & Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers - Stop Draggin' My Heart Around
  • Stevie Wonder & Michael Jackson - Get It
  • Tears For Fears & Oleta Adams - Woman In Chains
  • Teddy Pendergrass & Whitney Houston - Hold Me
  • UB40 & Chrissie Hynde - I Got You Babe
  • UB40 & Chrissie Hynde - Breakfast In Bed
  • Van Morrison & Cliff Richard - Whenever God Shines His Light
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