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."
Sweet Inspiration
Kim Wilde Lyrics
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Through the nation
With elation for your love
Inspiration, Sweet inspiration
Sweet inspiration
Through the nation
With elation for your love
Inspiration, Sweet sensation
You really do something special to me
And there`s nothing better
Than when you`re lying in my arms
So glad we got together
I never needed nobody
Until you came along
And this feeling`s so strong
I should be working on something
But I ain`t got the time
I`ve got you on my mind
Sweet inspiration
Baby you`re my, Sweet inspiration
Baby you`re my, Sweet inspiration
Baby you`re my, Sweet inspiration
The thought of you gives me butterflies
And I feel so happy
Whenever you reach out for me
This is how it should be
And I`ve just got to be with you
Nothing else can compare
Just as long as you`re there
And I`ll never desert you
'Cause you fill me with pride
Baby you changed my life
Sweet inspiration
Baby you`re my, Sweet inspiration
Baby you`re my, Sweet inspiration
Baby you`re my, Sweet inspiration
When I can`t think clearly
Just one kiss is all I need
Then I look in your eyes
And I know, I know, I know, I`m yours
Sweet inspiration
Through the nation
With elation for your love
Inspiration, Sweet sensation
Sweet inspiration
Baby you`re my, Sweet inspiration
Baby you`re my, Sweet inspiration
Baby you`re my, Sweet inspiration
We got the love
Yeah got the love
We got the love
Yeah got the love
We got the love !!
The lyrics of Kim Wilde's "Sweet Inspiration" express how the love of the singer's partner serves as an inspiration in her life. The song describes the feeling of being in love with someone who completes you and inspires you to do better. The words "Sweet inspiration, through the nation, with elation for your love" portray the depth of the singer's emotion, suggesting that the inspiration she gets from her partner extends beyond just the personal and has a greater impact on society as a whole.
The lyrics also reveal the transformative effect of love. The words "I never needed nobody until you came along, and this feeling's so strong" express the change that the singer's partner has made in her life, and reinforces the idea that love has the power to change a person for the better. This concept of personal transformation is further emphasized in the lyrics "Baby, you changed my life. Sweet inspiration," highlighting the idea that true love can make a profound impact on someone's life.
Musically, the song is a blend of pop and rock, with a catchy melody and an upbeat tempo that perfectly suits the message of the lyrics. It's a song of hope and optimism, celebrating the power of love to transform and inspire. Overall, Sweet Inspiration is a beautiful love song that captures the magic and wonder of finding someone who inspires and completes you.
Line by Line Meaning
Sweet inspiration
The happiness and motivation that come with being inspired by something or someone.
Through the nation
Experienced by many people in a widespread area.
With elation for your love
Feeling immense joy and happiness because of their love for someone.
Inspiration, Sweet inspiration
Being inspired and motivated is a truly enjoyable experience.
You really do something special to me
They have a special effect on this person.
And there's nothing better
Nothing is superior or more pleasant than being with or near this special person.
Than when you're lying in my arms
Particularly enjoyable when holding and embracing the special person.
So glad we got together
Being together brings immense happiness and relief.
I never needed nobody
They were fine alone before meeting this special person.
Until you came along
After meeting, they recognize that they need this person in their life.
And this feeling's so strong
The love and motivation they feel towards this person is incredibly powerful.
I should be working on something
They have work to do, but can't focus with this person on their mind.
But I ain't got the time
They're too busy feeling inspired and motivated by this person.
I've got you on my mind
Thinking about this special person.
Baby you're my, Sweet inspiration
This person is their main source of inspiration and motivation.
The thought of you gives me butterflies
Thinking of this person brings intense joy and nervousness.
And I feel so happy
This person brings immense happiness.
Whenever you reach out for me
When they're close and physically touch, it brings them immense joy.
This is how it should be
Being with this person feels natural and right.
And I've just got to be with you
They feel a strong need and desire to be near this special person.
Nothing else can compare
Nothing else brings the same level of joy and happiness as this person.
Just as long as you're there
Being near and with this person is all that matters.
And I'll never desert you
They'll always be there for this person and won't abandon them.
'Cause you fill me with pride
This person brings a sense of pride and happiness to their life.
Baby you changed my life
This person has had a profound and positive impact on their life.
When I can't think clearly
During times when they're foggy or uncertain.
Just one kiss is all I need
Even a single kiss from this special person can bring immense joy and clarity.
Then I look in your eyes
Looking into this person's eyes can be a very intimate and significant moment.
And I know, I know, I know, I'm yours
They feel a deep connection to this person and know that they belong together.
We got the love
They have a strong love for this person.
Yeah got the love
They definitely have love for this person.
We got the love
They both share a strong love for each other.
Yeah got the love
They definitely share a strong love for each other.
We got the love !
Their shared love is truly something special.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JULIETTE JANE JAIMES, MARK JAIMES, STEVE WELTON-JAIMES
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