80's Hit Song Review: "Breakaway" by Big Pig (1988)

U.S. Billboard Hot 100 Peak Position No. 60

Backstory: This Australian band which had a total of 7 members formed in 1985 in Melbourne. They had success in their country with singles such as "Hungry Town", "Big Hotel", and this one, "Breakaway", their only ever U.S. hit single. "Breakaway" was a cover of a song that was written by Mitchell Bottler and Gary Zekley. Lead singer Sherine Abeyratne previously sang backup vocals for many other Australian groups, including INXS. This following single was off of their debut Bonk album, and was even included in the classic 1989 comedy film, Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure.

The review: This is a great dance and funk tune with awesome production and a great beat. The lyrics and vocal work from both Abeyratne and the male backup vocalists are great as well. And that drum banging and loudness of this tune is just too cool! Should've been a much bigger hit here in the States. I think this one's honestly just brilliant.

Final rating: 10/10