Rush Rush

Paula Abdul

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"Rush Rush" is a song by American recording artist Paula Abdul, taken from her second studio album, Spellbound (1991). It was released on May 2, 1991, by Virgin Records as the lead single of the album. Written by Peter Lord, and produced by Peter Lord and V. Jeffrey Smith (both members of The Family Stand), the song achieved major success in the U. S. where it topped the Billboard Hot 100.


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1991
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Paula Abdul

Paula Julie Abdul ( /ˈæbduːl/; born June 19, 1962) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, choreographer, actress and television personality. more »

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Release Information
"Rush Rush" is a single from Paula Abdul's second studio album, "Spellbound". Released on May 2, 1991, it soon became a hit.
Chart Performance
It is considered the biggest hit of Abdul's career, as it topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States for five consecutive weeks.
Song Genre
The song marked a departure from the pop and dance style of Abdul's earlier hits. "Rush Rush" is a ballad that showcases Abdul's vocal abilities.
Music Video
The music video for "Rush Rush" was inspired by the classic James Dean movie, "Rebel Without a Cause". It featured actor Keanu Reeves as Abdul's love interest.
Song Production
Peter Lord, one of the members of the production team The Family Stand, wrote and produced "Rush Rush".
Recognition
Because of its chart success, the song is often recognized as one of the seminal pop hits of the early '90s.
Record Sales
"Rush Rush" sold over a million copies, receiving a platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Global Impact
The song reached No.1 in Canada and was a top ten hit in many other countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, and Germany.
Crossover Hit
Despite being a ballad, "Rush Rush" also found success in dance clubs, topping Billboard's Dance Club Songs chart.
Critical Reception
"Rush Rush" received positive critic reviews. It was praised for Abdul's vocal performance and the song's melodies, lyricism, and overall production.

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