The Walkman II, circa 1981

Commonly known as the Walkman II, this 1981 WM-2 model sold 1.5 million units, making it the best-selling cassette Walkman to date. Its design was considered much more modern and stylish than the TPS-L2. It first came out in metallic gray and later was sold in black and red.

Top 10 Billboard songs of 1981:
1. "Bette Davis Eyes," Kim Carnes
2. "Endless Love," Diana Ross and Lionel Richie
3. "Lady," Kenny Rogers
4. "(Just Like) Starting Over," John Lennon
5. "Jessie's Girl," Rick Springfield
6. "Celebration," Kool and The Gang
7. "Kiss On My List," Daryl Hall and John Oates
8. "I Love A Rainy Night," Eddie Rabbitt
9. "9 To 5," Dolly Parton
10. "Keep On Loving You," REO Speedwagon