Picking up fame as a part of the popular 'new wave' movement, her second album, 'Select', was released in May 1982. It contained the hits "Cambodia" and "View From a Bridge". Her third album (and last album with RAK), was 'Catch as Catch Can', which came out in November 1983. Sadly, it wasn't much of a success, though tracks "Love Blonde" and "Dancing In the Dark" from the album became minor hits.
When Kim signed with MCA records in 1984, many doubting critics believed that her run of hits were over. Simply put, they were wrong. Kim's first album with MCA, 'Teases & Dares', came out in November 1984. Though not a huge commercial success as an album, it earned praising critical reviews and much fan support while also including three hit singles. Popular tune "Rage To Love" became Wilde's first top 20 hit in two years.
In October 1986, Kim released a cover of The Supremes song You Keep Me Hangin' on - it was a huge hit, number 2 in the UK and in the singles chart for 14 weeks, even better the song got to number 1 in the USA. Kim was now a superstar around the globe. Another Step (her 5th studio album) was released in Nov 1986 and spent 5 weeks in the UK charts. The title track Another Step (Closer to You), (a duet with Junior) and Say You Really Want Me were also singles.
In June 1988, Kim released her most successful studio album to date Close which spent 38 weeks in the UK album charts. Close contained 3 top ten hits You Came, Never Trust A Stranger and Four Letter Word. Around this time Kim was the support act on Michael Jackson's huge Bad tour.
Her 7th and 8th albums, 1990's Love Moves and 1992's Love Is did not match the success of Close, however Love Is boasted another top 20 hit single with the Rick Nowels penned Love Is Holy.
In September 1993, MCA released the first 'official' greatest hits album called The Singles Collection 1981-1993 (which contained all her biggest hits from the RAK years as well as the more recent MCA hits and two brand new singles If I Can't Have You, a top twenty hit in July 1993 (a cover version of the Yvonne Elliman classic) and the Kim penned In My Life.
In 1995, Kim released her 9th studio album Now and Forever, it was not a hit album in the UK but suffered no promotion. It contained two top 50 hits Breakin' Away and This I Swear.
In 1996, Kim released Shame, a cover of the disco song made famous by Evelyn "Champagne" King. Unfortunately the song failed to dent the UK top 100.
In 2001, to celebrate the release of another greatest Hits album, Kim released a new song Loved, co-written by Ronald & Masterton who are famous for their work with Dannii Minogue. Sadly Loved failed to enter the UK singles chart.
Kim is still making music and is also equally famous for her gardening skills. She continues to have success in Europe and had a huge hit in 2003 with Anyplace Anywhere Anytime, a duet with Nena.
In 2006 Kim released a studio album, "Never Say Never." The album includes new tracks and some remixes and remakes of classic Kim songs such as You Came, Cambodia and Kids In America. Also for the new album called Never Say Never Kim has re-recorded You Keep Me Hangin' On as a duet with Nena.
In 2018 she released "Here Come The Aliens," which is in a pop-rock style. Reviewing the album for MusicPlayers.com, Scott Kahn states "There’s not a weak song to be found in this collection of pop rock songs. We love that Here Comes The Aliens has the vibe of a real rock record, with strong musical performances throughout."
Loving You
Kim Wilde Lyrics
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Like - like a caress in my heart
There's a whisper in the morning flowing from the sea
It′s saying this is the night to be what you wanna be
And I wanna be with you
And touch in the way lovers do
Though we've only known each other for just a day
I wanna be loved by you
Is there anything else I can do
I wanna be kissed by you
Wanna spend all the night loving you
A kiss is the best place to start
As words disappear in the dark
I can hear the words you′re saying, the words are few
′Cos we don't need any words to do what we′re gonna do
I wanna be loved by you
Is there anything else I can do
I wanna be kissed by you
Wanna spend all the night loving you
I wanna be loved by you
Is there anything else I can do
I wanna be kissed by you
Wanna spend all the night loving you
Wanna be kissed by you
Wanna spend all the night loving you
Loving you
The opening lines of Kim Wilde's song "Loving You" convey the intensity of the singer's feelings towards her lover. It's not just a passing infatuation or a crush, but a profound realization that the person she is with is the one she wants to be with. The imagery of a "caress in my heart" underscores the depth of emotion and attachment she has towards this person. The lyrics capture the sense of urgency and desire that a new relationship can have, as the lovers in the song are encouraged to take action and follow their hearts.
The song's chorus focuses on the singer's desire to be loved and kissed by her partner, expressing the same intensity and yearning as the opening lines. Even as they have just met, the connection between them feels authentic and meaningful. The final verse encourages physical touch and intimacy, suggesting a deep bond and understanding between the two people in the relationship. The lyrics overall convey the excitement, passion, and emotional depth that can come with new relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
You - you've known that right from the start
You have always known that we belong together from the moment we met
Like - like a caress in my heart
Your presence feels like a warm and comforting touch within my heart
There's a whisper in the morning flowing from the sea
Nature is telling us that we should let go and enjoy this moment together
It's saying this is the night to be what you wanna be
Don't hold back tonight, let yourself be free and love without reservation
And I wanna be with you
I want to spend this moment and every moment with you
And touch in the way lovers do
I desire to express my affection towards you passionately and intimately
Though we've only known each other for just a day
Our brief acquaintance doesn't diminish the depth of feelings we share
You make it easy for me to say what I'm gonna say
I feel comfortable enough around you to express my true emotions
A kiss is the best place to start
Physical intimacy is the ideal foundation for a loving relationship
As words disappear in the dark
Our connection becomes more meaningful as we explore our passion without words
I can hear the words you're saying, the words are few
Our unspoken feelings and actions speak louder than any words we could say
'Cos we don't need any words to do what we're gonna do
Our love doesn't require verbal communication; we express ourselves through our bodies
Wanna be kissed by you
I crave the feeling of your lips on mine
Wanna spend all the night loving you
I want to fully devote this night to expressing my love to you
Loving you
My affection and passion for you is unwavering
Writer(s): Ricky Wilde, Kim Wilde
Contributed by Jordyn Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Emma O'keefe
What a great song, shame it isn’t on Spotify
katakisLives
True! the album is on spotify why not this song? very strange
Tasos Vr
Great song.Deserved to be a single
Goodiesfanful
One of my favourite Kim Wildes! Thanks for the info that they are releasing it on CD.
GiuseppePascuale928
Such a gem from her 80s days, it should have been more than just the "You Keep Me Hangin' On" bside. So thrilled this and several equally enjoyable Kim Wilde bsides and remixes will FINALLY see digital release on the 2CD deluxe editions of her Teases and Dares and Another Step albums in July 2010 thanks to Cherry Pop Records!
jay willingham
Probably one of the most sultry and seductive songs ever written. Beautiful track. Not to mention the fact that her "girl next door" vocal quality adds such a touch of bliss to the song.
Jayne Foster
love this. Favourite 80s tune by far.
DRAGSTER
ANNÉE 80 LES MEILLEURE
SilverDollarSaloon
Kim Wilde is a Music Goddess.Listen to her Birthday Song and Lovers on the Beach,Million Miles Away and Can't get enough.Awesome songs.
maksphoto78
Lover's on A Beach :)