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They can hardly have known at the time, but another Number 6 hit (and another one featured in that Only Fools And Horses too). We're still in the land of slow songs too, although this is at least a more positive song lyrically, though rather a soppy one. Abdul was never really likely to recapture the success of her first album, but the record company were certainly prepared to invest a good few bob in trying, hence the elaborate video directed by George Lucas (!) and starring Keanu Reeves.
The song itself suggests little expense spared either, clearly designed to make the most out of her admittedly moderate musical talents. Some people might compare it to her former employer Janet Jackson but to me the more obvious comparison is with Kylie Minogue, who's also succeded in combining a small amount of musical ability with other talents and charm to spend a long time in the spotlight. Of course, Abdul wasn't able to remain a popstar as such for as long, so at least one of her intended comeback singles ended up being Minogue's instead. But on this evidence, whilst her lack of continued success isn't a great loss, there's no obvious reason she couldn't still be popular.
Also appearing on: Now 14, 17, 21
Available on: Greatest Hits - Straight Up!
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