Pet Shop Boy
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Post by Pet Shop Boy on Nov 9, 2003 6:41:43 GMT -5
A big hit in europe and Australia, the only solo hit by the former Baby Spice to have such a worldwide impact. #1 for 2 weeks in the UK, #10(?) in Australia and a hit around Europe too. I always felt this should've been tried in America, the song's that kind of MOR, radio friendly drivetime pop that does well, and this was a really great example of that genre.
The followup 'Take My Breath Away' did OK in the UK (#5 but with a short chart run) but it kinda stalled elsewhere, and I don't think she's that succesful anywhere outside the UK these days.
Still, over here she's the only one of them having significant success these days, having made a succesful comeback this year. Her recent singles 'Maybe' and 'Free Me' are definately worth a listen. Very 60's inspired and different.
Emma Bunton UK chart history:
What I Am: #2
What Took You So Long?: #1 (2 weeks)
Take My Breath Away: #5
We're Not Gonna Sleep Tonight: #20
Free Me: #5
Maybe: #6
I think 'Take My Breath away' peaked in the 30's in Australia, i'm sure Sean can confirm.
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Post by pophector on Nov 9, 2003 9:01:59 GMT -5
You're right, it did make #10 in OZ. It's good but I think I even prefer "Maybe" to this one... strange I am  |
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620 Soul Train
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Post by 620 Soul Train on Nov 9, 2003 13:37:25 GMT -5
It was OK, but not notable IMO.
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strong4PMB!
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Post by strong4PMB! on Nov 9, 2003 14:07:58 GMT -5
I forgot how it goes. I thought it was boring.
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George Tropicana
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Post by George Tropicana on Nov 9, 2003 14:48:01 GMT -5
Her BEST single. Her recent songs "Free Me" and "Maybe" turn me off. It's a shame she said her earlier singles didn't represent her.
I loved all her sexual titles "What took you so long?," "Take my breath away," and "We're not gonna sleep tonight."
I bought the "What i am" single. She looked good on the cover and I wanted her to beat Geri that week. :(
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Post by FreakyFlyBry on Nov 9, 2003 20:38:40 GMT -5
I vaguely remember this... pretty good song.
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Post by reception on Apr 1, 2004 7:56:24 GMT -5
The clip sounded okay.
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Zander
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Post by Zander on Apr 1, 2004 15:18:16 GMT -5
I liked this song, never heard any of her others.
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Sean
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Post by Sean on Apr 1, 2004 17:57:17 GMT -5
Love it... has a great breezy sound and is very catchy... her best song.
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Post by reception on Apr 1, 2004 18:10:48 GMT -5
Link Right click and save. It took forever to load, however.
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Post by unicorns on Mar 15, 2008 9:04:19 GMT -5
Great song. Wish it crossed over here.
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C.Ro
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Post by C.Ro on Oct 3, 2010 15:01:52 GMT -5
i love it...is so sweet... it makes me feel fun =)
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YoYoCanUSeeMe?!
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Post by YoYoCanUSeeMe?! on Oct 3, 2010 16:02:41 GMT -5
I LOVED IT!!!! But Maybe is my favourite Emma song!!! <3
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Post by Deleted on Oct 3, 2010 18:10:53 GMT -5
I actually think there are a fair few decent solo Spice singles. This isn't bad by any means, but I prefer the singles from her second album. "Maybe" is really good.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 25, 2018 12:13:45 GMT -5
LOVE IT!
My favorite solo Spice single.
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Az Paynter
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Post by Az Paynter on Jul 13, 2018 4:27:51 GMT -5
All five girls had really strong debut solo singles, IDK if I can pick a favourite.
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Mike
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Post by Mike on Apr 24, 2020 2:49:46 GMT -5
LOVE THIS
Was so happy to see her work with Bryan Adams after his success with When You’re Gone featuring Melanie C. They were pretty much all releasing solo stuff at the time. This was a favorite for sure
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