Make Me Lose Control

Eric Carmen

About Make Me Lose Control

"Make Me Lose Control" is a 1988 Billboard Hot 100 #3 hit single (see 1988 in music) written and performed by the singer-songwriter Eric Carmen. It was co-written by Dean Pitchford. It is one of two major hits written by the duo, the other being the 1984 song "Almost Paradise" by Mike Reno and Ann Wilson. Released a few months after the success of "Hungry Eyes", Carmen's song from the film Dirty Dancing, which peaked at #4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, "Make Me Lose Control" also reached the Top 5 on the Hot 100, topping out at #3. On the Sales chart the song spent a week at #1, while on the Airplay chart it reached #4. It spent 13 weeks in the Top 40. In addition, "Make Me Lose Control" spent three weeks at #1 on the adult contemporary chart, the singer's second song to do so (following "Never Gonna Fall in Love Again" from 1976). Carmen stated in the liner notes to a compilation album that "Make Me Lose Control" was an "odd record because it was all by itself. The song wasn't part of an album, but it was an interesting experience to jump back into the studio with Jimmy Ienner after ten years". The B side was Carmen's original 1975 recording of his song which became a major hit in 1977 for Shaun Cassidy, "That's Rock 'n' Roll". 


Year:
1988
965 
#5

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I run a comb through my hair and step out in the street
And the city's the color of flame in the mid-summer heat, oh yeah
Jennifer's got her daddy's car, she's playing "Uptown" on the stereo
We go cruisin' so close, the way they did long ago

My darlin'

Turn the radio up for that sweet sound
Hold me close, never let me go
(Keep) Keep this feelin' alive
Make me lose control
Baby, baby
(When) When I look in your eyes, I go crazy
Fever's high with the lights down low
(So take) Take me over the edge
Make me lose control

We put the top down and park with the moon in the sky
And the wind is so hot in our hair, like a fire in July, oh yeah
Jennifer's singin' "Stand by Me" and she knows every single word by heart
Was love always this good, or could this be just the start?

Oh darlin'

Turn the radio up for that sweet sound
Hold me close, never let me go
(Keep) Keep this feelin' alive
Make me lose control
Baby, baby
(When) When I look in your eyes, I go crazy
Fever's high with the lights down low
(So take) Take me over the edge
Make me lose control

Keep my baby clothes on, and were movin' in time
And the heat from your touch, makes me feel like I'm losing my mind, oh yeah
(And then they played) Back in my arms again 
(We close our eyes) We start rememberin' when
(We start to kiss) And all the feelings return
And we just pray that this night never ends

Oh, my darlin'
(Turn) Turn the radio up for that sweet sound
Hold me close, never let me go
Keep this feelin' alive make me lose control
Baby
When I look in your eyes, I go crazy
Fever's high with the lights down low
(So take) Take me over the edge
Make me lose control

Baby, baby

Turn the radio up for that sweet sound
Hold me close, never let me go
(Keep) Keep this feelin' alive make me lose control

When I look in your eyes, I go crazy
Fever's high with the lights down low
(So take) Take me over the edge make me lose control

Baby, baby 

Turn the radio up for that sweet sound
Hold me close, never let me go
(Keep) Keep this feelin' alive
Make me lose control

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Eric Carmen

Eric Howard Carmen (born August 11, 1949) is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and keyboardist. more »

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Written by: Dean Pitchford, Eric Carmen

Lyrics © Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, KAREN SCHAUBEN PUBLISHING ADMINISTRATION

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11 facts about this song

Song Details
"Make Me Lose Control" is a popular song by American singer-songwriter Eric Carmen that was released in 1988.
Chart Performance
The song reached the number 3 spot on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 1 on the Adult Contemporary chart.
Written and Produced By
Eric Carmen wrote and produced "Make Me Lose Control" along with the American record producer Jimmy Ienner.
Song Theme
The song romanticizes the nostalgic old-time rock and roll music, which is reflected in the lyrics "turn the radio up for that sweet sound".
Album Association
The song is most often associated with Carmen's greatest hits album "The Best of Eric Carmen" (1988), although it was initially featured as a new track on "Dirty Dancing: More Dirty Dancing" soundtrack ("The Time of Your Life").
Success Duration
Despite its successful run on the charts, "Make Me Lose Control" was the last big hit for Eric Carmen, cementing his career as an enduring pop artist.
Music Video
The music video for the song was widely played on MTV featuring scenes from the beach and arcades of the 1950s and 60s, reflecting the nostalgic nature of the song.
Recognition
In 1988, it was placed in the "Top 10 Summer Songs" list by the American magazine, Billboard.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered the song till now, reflecting its popularity and timeless appeal.
Personal Connection
Eric Carmen has said in interviews that "Make Me Lose Control" reflects his personal love for the early days of rock and roll.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics of the song feature references to several old rock and roll songs and artists, signifying Eric Carmen's appreciation of that era's music culture.

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