Song#: 1381
Date: 03/19/1983
Debut: 83
Peak: 76
Weeks: 5
Genre: R&B
Pop Bits: Osborne's self-titled debut album was a solid hit for him reaching #3 at R&B and #49 pop. It was helped along by two singles, the groovy "I Really Don't Need No Light" (#3 R&B/#39pop) and the big ballad "On the Winds of Love" (#13 R&B/#29 pop/#7 AC). This third single was issued but the only place it got attention was at AC where it reached #18. The tune stayed near the bottom of the pop chart for a few weeks while missing the R&B chart completely.
ReduxReview: Osborne's voice can enhance most any song, which is a good thing because this thin slice of SoCal pop needed a boost. Osborne takes a fairly average song and brings it to life with his delivery. In the hands of a less capable vocalist, this song would be a snoozer. I'm not a fan of the song, which would probably rate a 4, but Osborne makes it a pleasant listen.
ReduxRating: 6/10
Trivia: This song was co-written by Michael Sembello. At the time, Sembello was a successful session musician and would occasionally write/produce songs for other artists. But before the end of 1983, Sembello would find himself with his own solo hit. "Maniac" from the "Flashdance" soundtrack would become an unexpected #1 smash.
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