What was it like being a gay man/teenager in the 80s?

I randomly just had this question go through my mind and was curious about what it was like. I'm only 17, so growing up in the 2000's with culture now, was pretty accepting in alot of ways in my own experience. the 80's seemed like such a mixed time, (of old thinking and new) so I have just really wondered what was experienced as a lgbt man in that period, first hand. any information would be appreciated.