Song of the Day #5,632: ‘Adrian’ – Eurythmics

Eurythmics made a stylistic shift in 1985, away from the New Wave synth pop of ‘Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)’ toward a more rock/R&B sound. The resulting album, Be Yourself Tonight, was a major hit both commercially and critically.

Along with the musical shift, lead singer Annie Lennox switched from her striking androgynous visage to an equally striking platinum blonde bombshell look. She proved that her strong, distinctive vocals were as well-suited to crowd-pleasing romps as dreamy/creepy synth hits.

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