Living in NYC in the 70s & 80s Was WILD If you were in New York City back in the 1970s and 1980s, you know how rough it was. We’re talking graffiti-covered subways, vandalism, trash everywhere, crime, noise, drugs—the city was a hot mess. And let’s not forget the sidewalks were minefields of dog poop, just waiting for anyone not paying attention. NYC was not the “promised land” back then. But you know what really stood out? Boomboxes. These portable party machines were everywhere, blasting music at deafening levels. There was no escaping them—not even in parks, where you might’ve hoped for some peace. The worst part? It was always disco or hip-hop. No classical, no blues, no rock—just a never-ending loop of bass-heavy beats. And carrying one of those things? A full-time job. Some boomboxes needed up to 20 D batteries (yeah, TWENTY!), and they’d burn through them in a day. The cost of batteries alone was enough to stress your budget. Boomboxes were like the Walkmans or iPods of their time, but for everyone around you, whether they liked it or not. NYC in the 70s and 80s: chaotic, gritty, and unforgettable. Who else remembers this?
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