Step Back in Time

Kylie Minogue

About Step Back in Time

"Step Back in Time" is a song recorded by Australian singer Kylie Minogue, taken from her third studio album Rhythm of Love (1990). It was released as the album's second single on 22 October 1990, and distributed by PWL and Mushroom as a CD single, cassette tape and 12" and 7" vinyls. The track was written, arranged, and produced by Mike Stock, Matt Aitken, Pete Waterman, who are collectively known as Stock Aitken and Waterman, and was recorded in London, United Kingdom. Musically, it is a disco song that lyrically pays tribute to the 1970s culture. "Step Back in Time" received positive reviews from music critics. Some had selected the single as one of Minogue's best work, and many complimented the backing track and production. Commercially, the single experienced success in regions such as Australia, United Kingdom, Finland, and Ireland, whilst peaking inside the top 40 in countries like France, New Zealand, and Switzerland. However, it was only certified Gold by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) for physical shipments of 35,000 units. 


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I want to funk
I want to f-f-you f-you-n-k

[Repeat: x 2]
I want to funk, I want to funk
I want to f-f-you f-you-n-k

Non stop dancing the bus stop
To the funky music
Hustle, pumpin the muscle
Blame it on the boogie

Remember the old days
Remember the O'Jays
Walkin' in rhythm, life was for livin'

[Chorus]
When you can't find the music
To get down and boogie
All you can do is step back in time
Ball of confusion
When nothing is new, and
There's nothing doin', step back in time

Keep on truckin' along
Riding on a love train
And then we can float on
You'll never go wrong

[Chorus]

Step back in time
Step back
I want to step back, step back

[Chorus until fade]

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Kylie Minogue

Kylie Ann Minogue, OBE ( /ˈkaɪliː mɨˈnoʊɡ/; born 28 May 1968), often known simply as Kylie, is an Australian singer, recording artist, songwriter, showgirl, and actress. After beginning her career as a child actress on Australian television, she achieved recognition through her role in the television soap opera Neighbours, before commencing her career as a recording artist in 1987. Her first single, "The Loco-Motion", spent seven weeks at number one on the Australian singles chart and became the highest-selling single of the decade. This led to a contract with songwriters and producers Stock, Aitken & Waterman. Her debut album, Kylie (1988), and the single "I Should Be So Lucky", both performed well on international charts, particularly in Australia and t… more »

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Written by: MIKE STOCK, MATT AITKEN, PETER WATERMAN

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

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12 facts about this song

Album Details
"Step Back in Time" is a song by Kylie Minogue, from her third studio album, "Rhythm of Love," which was released in 1990.
Song Inspiration
The song was inspired by disco music from the 1970s, a genre that Minogue grew to appreciate during her teenage years.
Song Creators
The song was written by Minogue, along with Mike Stock, Matt Aitken, and Pete Waterman, who were known as the "Stock Aitken Waterman" production trio.
Chart Performance
Upon release, "Step Back in Time" peaked at number four on the UK Singles Chart and reached top ten in multiple countries including Ireland, Norway, and Belgium.
Music Video
The music video for the song is noted for its vibrant styling and Minogue's platinum blonde short hair. It showcases a fun, party atmosphere and features a distinct 70s disco theme.
Live performances
Minogue has included "Step Back in Time" in the setlist of multiple concert tours, including "On a Night Like This," "Kiss Me Once," and "Golden."
Album theme
"Step Back in Time" reflects the overall theme of "Rhythm of Love" album, where Minogue took a more mature direction compared to her earlier albums, exploring dance-pop, house music, and expanding to themes of sexual independence and freedom.
Title Inspiration
The title of the song later inspired Minogue’s greatest hits album released in 2019, also named “Step Back in Time".
Awards
The song received a nomination for an ARIA Music Award for 'Highest Selling Single.'
2019 Remix
The song was reworked into a remix by Melbourne-based artist, Mousse T., and was included in Minogue's greatest hits compilation, “Step Back in Time: The Definitive Collection."
Cover version
The song was covered by British house music project, The Kinky Boyz, in 1997 and it reached top 20 in the UK Dance Chart.
Critical Reception
The song has received largely positive reviews from music critics over the years, with many praising its catchy disco pop sound and reminiscing on its nostalgia.

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