1985 (SR-71 song)
"1985" is a 2004 song that was written and recorded by SR-71. It was also covered by American rock band Bowling for Soup, whose version reached number 23 on the "Billboard" Hot 100 and was featured on the band's album "A Hangover You Don't Deserve". Content. The song is about a middle-aged woman who is stuck in the 1980s due to being in denial that her life is zooming by so fast and the fact that she never got to live out her ideal life before settling down and starting a family. Bowling for  Soup version. According to SR-71's website, Bowling for Soup's Jaret Reddick heard the song (from the group's album "Here We Go Again") and asked for and received permission to record a cover version. However, according to Bowling for Soup's website, it was Allan that called Reddick to suggest the possible cover. Track listings. UK CD1 and digital download UK CD2 UK 7-inch single Digital EP Cover versions. The Bowling for Soup version has been covered by Richard Thompson on the live album "1000 Years of Popular Music".