Background “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” is a song by the American rock band Starship, released as a single in February 1987. The track was written by Starship members, Grace Slick and Paul Kantner, along with songwriters Bernie Taupin and Martin Page. It was included on the band’s album No Protection, which marked a departure … Read more
Background “If You Don’t Know Me by Now” is a soulful ballad performed by the British band Simply Red, released in 1989 as part of their second studio album, A New Flame. Written by Kenny Beverly and the late Bobby Eli, the song was originally recorded by the American group Harold Melvin & the Blue … Read more
Background “Stuck on You” is a poignant and enduring ballad by Lionel Richie, released in 1984 as part of his sophomore solo album, Can’t Slow Down. Building on the massive success of his debut album, Lionel Richie (1982), which introduced him as a solo artist separate from his work with the Commodores, “Stuck on You” … Read more
Background “You’re the Inspiration” is one of Chicago’s most beloved and enduring songs, released in 1984 as part of their eleventh studio album, Chicago 17. Written by Peter Cetera, the band’s bassist and lead vocalist, the song marked a significant milestone in Chicago’s illustrious career. By the early 1980s, Chicago had already established themselves as … Read more
“Hard Habit to Break” is one of Chicago’s most enduring and emotionally resonant songs, released in 1984 as part of their eleventh studio album, Chicago 17. The song marked a significant moment in Chicago’s illustrious career, showcasing their ability to blend rock, pop, and jazz elements with deeply personal and introspective lyrics. Written by the … Read more
“Drive” is one of The Cars’ most iconic and emotionally resonant songs, released in 1984 as part of their fifth studio album, Heartbeat City. The song marked a significant milestone in The Cars’ career, showcasing their ability to blend new wave and rock with deeply personal and introspective themes. Written by Ric Ocasek, the band’s … Read more
“Time (Clock of the Heart)” is one of Culture Club’s most iconic and enduring songs, released in 1982 as part of their second studio album, Colour by Numbers. Written by the band’s lead singer, Boy George, along with Roy Hay and Mikey Craig, the song played a pivotal role in solidifying Culture Club’s position as … Read more
“Making Love Out of Nothing at All” is one of Air Supply’s most celebrated and commercially successful songs, released in 1983 as part of their seventh studio album, Greatest Hits. Written by Jim Steinman, a prolific songwriter known for his grandiose and theatrical style, the song marked a significant departure from Air Supply’s typical soft … Read more
“Lost in Love” is one of Air Supply’s most iconic and enduring songs, released in September 1980 as the lead single from their fifth studio album, also titled Lost in Love. Written by Graham Russell, the band’s keyboardist and primary songwriter, the song marked a pivotal moment in Air Supply’s career, propelling them to international … Read more
“Hello Again” is one of Neil Diamond’s most cherished and enduring songs, released in 1980 as part of the soundtrack for the film The Jazz Singer. Written by Neil Diamond himself, the song played a pivotal role in both the movie’s narrative and Diamond’s musical career. The Jazz Singer was a remake of the 1927 … Read more