U.S. Billboard Bubbling Under the Hot 100 Peak Position No. 105
Backstory: Palmer released five albums before releasing this single off of his album Clues in 1980. This was the second single released off of the album, the first being, "Johnny and Mary". While that song didn't chart on the Hot 100, it did peak at No. 18 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Charts. This second single peaked at No. 33 in Palmer's native U.K., but wasn't even a hit here in the States, Bubbling Under the Hot 100 at No. 105. It is, however, one of his best known songs, even here in the States.
The Review: Oh, do I absolutely LOVE this song! The funky, slightly fast-paced, and upbeat synths and drums are just truly awesome and slightly futuristic. The song's break with a xylophone and twangy guitar are just too damn cool. The production is also absolutely flawless and fantastic, thanks to work by Chris Frantz of Talking Heads who I believe even played the guitar on this track, although I could be wrong. Anyways, absolutely great song, can't believe it Bubbled Under the Hot 100. I'd love to see a breakdancer or other kind of professional dancer dance to this tune.
Final Rating:10/10
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My usual strategy with this blog is to play the track immediately and then listen to it while I read your description. And, hand to God, my first reaction was: "This sounds like what would happen if Robert Palmer were lead singer of the Talking Heads!" Great record!
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