U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Peak Position No. 35 (Released in December of '86, charted in '87)
Backstory: This Australian New Wave/funk/pop band was formed in 1982 by Paul Gray. In 1986, they released their self titled debut album on CBS Records and Epic Records in America, which included this No. 35 hit single. It was their only Top 40 hit here in the States, thus making them an American one hit wonder. Their other single from the same album, "Stimulation", peaked at just No. 86 on the Billboard Hot 100. They released two more albums, including a remix album in 1987, before disbanding in 1989. Sadly, Gray died from multiple myeloma, a form of cancer on April 24th, 2018.
The Review: I've always really liked this upbeat and fun synth pop tune with a funky beat to it. It's nothing outstanding, but it's a fine and fun listen. Even though it's from 1986, it does kind of have a 90's boy band sound and persona with it.
Final Rating: 7/10
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I can't really explain why I liked this song so much when it was new. It's a good song, but I can't really say why I was actually motivated to buy Wa Wa Nee's album when it came out.
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