When thinking about the past, there are certainly some decades that stand out the most. Things have changed a whole lot over the past 40 or so years and it is crazy to think about just how different the world is now when compared to, say, the 1980s. The 1980s were one of those memorable decades that made a lasting impression on the world and on society as a whole.

To be more exact, 1989 was a year to remark upon. It wasn't only memorable because it was the final year before the beginning of the 90s, but a lot happened during it. There was a rise of hip-hop music, boy bands began to emerge, and there was the release of the first big-screen 'Batman' film, as well as Nirvana's debut album, 'Bleach'. All in all, it was a big year for pop culture.

1989 was an iconic and special year that brought about so many fond memories, important people, and other classic moments. For those who want to get a closer look at what life was like in 1989, here is a collection of 25 images from that iconic year.