Random 80s Facts That You Probably Didn’t Know

Toni Basil Was 38 When She Recorded “Mickey”

“Mickey” is definitely known as the middle school cheerleader’s anthem. Who hasn’t sang this song at the top of their lungs? Some people are pretty shocked to find out that the singer, Toni Basil, was actually 38-years-old. That’s a bit past cheerleading age!

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