High Energy

Evelyn Thomas

About High Energy

"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". 


Year:
2005
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High energy, your love is lifting me
Oh, high energy 
Your love is lifing me 
Lifting me high

It was only last week that we first met 
When I was walking down the street

You came up from behind me and I knew
That our eyes were gonna meet

That's when I fell into your arms 
Imagine my surprise

I thought this only happened in fairy tales
Love hit me right between the eyes 
Oh yeah

High energy, your love is lifting me
Whoa-ooh high energy, yeah
Your love is lifting me 
Lifting me high

When you call me on the phone you make my spirits rise
I'm glad the others didn't last 
It's a blessing in disguise 

Every time you're touching me 
It gives me such a thrill

When I look deep into your eyes 
My heart just can't keep still, oh no

High energy, your love is lifting me 
Whoa-ooh high energy, yeah
Your love is lifting me 
Lifting me high

All the gold that's in Fort Knox couldn't buy this happiness
With your love I don't need money 
I don't need success
I became a victim of a sudden love attack, yeah
It happened in a blink of an eye
And there's no holding back, oh 

High energy, yeah, your love is lifting me
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa-ooh high energy, ooh yeah
Your 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

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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.
Lyrics
The 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-topper
Despite 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 Fame
The song is considered Evelyn Thomas's biggest hit which reestablished her career as a singer after a considerable hiatus.
Cover Versions
Later, "High Energy" became popular amongst cover bands and was covered by many notable artists like American Hi-NRG band, Boys Town Gang.
Music Video
The 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.
Production
This 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 Success
In 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 Label
The song was released by the record label 'Record Shack' in 1984. The label is known for its releases within the genre of Hi-NRG.
Accolades
Besides 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.
Legacy
The 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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