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"High Energy" is the title of a 1984 song by co-written and co-produced by Ian Levine (British) and Fiachra Trench (Irish), and performed by American dance singer Evelyn Thomas. The song was very popular in dance clubs around the world, and it topped the American dance chart in September of that year. It also spent four weeks atop the singles chart in Germany, and peaked at #5 in the UK. It became one of the earliest successful songs within the genre of music that has come to be known as Hi-NRG. On the SoBe Music compilation album Gay Classics, Volume 1: Ridin' the Rainbow, the liner notes describe the song as "...engagingly captur[ing] the spirit of the genre through uplifting lyrics tightly fused with dazzling synth work".more »
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High energy, your love is lifting meOh, high energy Your love is lifing me Lifting me highIt was only last week that we first met When I was walking down the streetYou came up from behind me and I knewThat our eyes were gonna meetThat's when I fell into your arms Imagine my surpriseI thought this only happened in fairy talesLove hit me right between the eyes Oh yeahHigh energy, your love is lifting meWhoa-ooh high energy, yeahYour love is lifting me Lifting me highWhen you call me on the phone you make my spirits riseI'm glad the others didn't last It's a blessing in disguise Every time you're touching me It gives me such a thrillWhen I look deep into your eyes My heart just can't keep still, oh noHigh energy, your love is lifting me Whoa-ooh high energy, yeahYour love is lifting me Lifting me highAll the gold that's in Fort Knox couldn't buy this happinessWith your love I don't need money I don't need successI became a victim of a sudden love attack, yeahIt happened in a blink of an eyeAnd there's no holding back, oh High energy, yeah, your love is lifting meWhoa, whoa, whoa, whoa-ooh high energy, ooh yeahYour love is lifting me Lifting me high (energy)(Your love is lifting me High energy)
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Evelyn Thomas
Evelyn Thomas (born Ellen Lucille Thomas, August 1953) is an American singer from Chicago, Illinois, best known for the dance hits "High Energy", "Masquerade", "Standing At The Crossroads", "Reflections", and "WeakSpot". more »
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Written by: FIACHRA TRENCH, IAN LEVINE
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Genre"High Energy" falls under the music genre of Hi-NRG (named after the song), a type of uptempo disco or electronic dance music. |
LyricsThe song was penned by British songwriting duo, Ian Anthony Stephens and Fiachra Trench. |
Popular Culture"High Energy" made it to the top 10 in six European countries and peaked at number one on the dance charts in the U.S and the UK in 1984. |
Chart-topperDespite being released in the era of rock and pop music, "High Energy" managed to spend a total of twenty-four weeks in the charts, peaking at number 5 for three weeks. |
Rise to FameThe song is considered Evelyn Thomas's biggest hit which reestablished her career as a singer after a considerable hiatus. |
Cover VersionsLater, "High Energy" became popular amongst cover bands and was covered by many notable artists like American Hi-NRG band, Boys Town Gang. |
Music VideoThe music video for "High Energy" is a striking 1980s artifact, with plenty of neon colors, bold fashion, and energetic dance moves reflective of the vibrancy of the decade. |
ProductionThis song is produced by record producer, Ian Levine, who is known for a series of hits in the Hi-NRG genre during the 80s. |
Worldwide SuccessIn addition to its success in UK and US, the song also reached number 1 in Germany, South Africa and Switzerland, eventually becoming a worldwide hit. |
Release & Record LabelThe song was released by the record label 'Record Shack' in 1984. The label is known for its releases within the genre of Hi-NRG. |
AccoladesBesides chart success, "High Energy" is often cited as one of the greatest dance anthems of the 1980s. It's been played extensively in various clubs, showcases, and parties worldwide. |
LegacyThe song's influence is felt in today's music with many artists sampling or referencing the iconic bass line or chorus in their own compositions. |
Album"High Energy" is also the lead single and title track of Evelyn Thomas's fifth studio album released in the same year. |
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