History's 150 Best TV Theme Songs

From:  Boy Culture

#86 

"Theme from Hill Street Blues" by Mike Post with Larry Carlton

Hill Street Blues 

(1981—1987)

The electronic touches make it a bit dated, but the great thing about this tune is how it seems to rise up slowly (like a weary cop facing another long day) and then ascend majestically, like a first responder at his or her finest.