Dancing in the Dark

Kim Wilde

About Dancing in the Dark

"Dancing in the Dark" is a 1983 single by British singer Kim Wilde. It is the second single from the album Catch as Catch Can.


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We were dancing
Dancing in the dark
Sweet romancing
Something's gonna start

He stepped into the night
With his heart open wide
I was standing there
With nowhere left to hide
He looked to me like a shadow
Moving in the night
Then he took a hold of my hand
In the soft moonlight

And we were dancing
Dancing in the dark
Sweet romancing
Something's gonna start

I could hear his heartbeat
Pounding in the night
I could feel his body
Starting to be kind
With his soft red lips
Made up my mind
His soothing kiss
Was all I desired

And we were dancing
Dancing in the dark
Sweet romancing
Something's gonna start

We kissed and touched
But it wasn't enough
To stop this wheel of fire
One step at a time
And I knew he was mine
We were lost in the heat of desire

And we were dancing
Dancing in the dark
Sweet romancing
Something's gonna start

No way
No way at all
To stop us moving closer
Each look in his eyes
Made my heart beat in time
Over and over and over and over

And we were dancing
Dancing in the dark
Sweet romancing
Something's gonna start

And we were dancing
Dancing in the dark
Sweet romancing
Something's gonna start

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Kim Wilde

Kim Wilde (born Kim Smith, 18 November 1960) is an English pop singer, author and television presenter who burst onto the music scene in 1981 with the number 2 UK Singles Chart New Wave classic "Kids in America". In 1983, Wilde received the Brit Award for Best British Female. In 1987 she had a major hit in the US when her version of The Supremes' classic "You Keep Me Hangin' On" topped the charts. Starting in 1998, while still active in music, she has branched into an alternative career as a landscape gardener. more »

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Written by: PAUL ANTHONY GURVITZ, NICKY CHINN

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Dancing in the Dark" is a song by English singer Kim Wilde. It originally belongs to her fourth studio album "Teases & Dares."
Release Details
The song was released in 1986 as the third single from the album.
Chart Performance
Despite its upbeat rhythm and catchy lyrics, "Dancing in the Dark" wasn't a major commercial success for Wilde. However, it still managed to reach the top 100 in the UK charts, peaking at no. 67.
Production Team
The song was produced by Ricky Wilde and written by Nicky Chinn and Paul Gurvitz. Chinn is known for having penned numerous hit songs for British acts in the 70s and 80s.
Music Video
The video for "Dancing in the Dark" features Wilde in a futuristic setting with an emphasis on bright neon colors, reflective surfaces, and high-energy choreography.
Dance hit
Although "Dancing in the Dark" didn't hit the top of charts, it still became a classic tune in clubs and pubs over the years due to its dance-worthy rhythm.
United States Appearance
"Dancing in The Dark" was not released as a single in the United States. However, it made its way onto the Billboard Dance Club Play chart, peaking at no. 27.
Covers and usage in media
The song has been covered by multiple artists across genres. It has also made appearances in several films and TV shows, such as "Breaking the Waves" and "That '80s Show."
Synth-pop sound
"Dancing in the Dark" showcases Wilde's shift towards the synth-pop sound that was popular in the mid-80s, mingling her rock roots with rich synthesizer textures and dance beats.
Last Single from Album
This song was the last single released from the "Teases & Dares" album. Despite its relative obscurity when compared to some other Wilde songs, it remains a favorite among her fans.
Live Performances
Despite its original relatively low chart position, "Dancing in the Dark" has been performed frequently in Kim Wilde’s live shows, being a fan favourite.

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