Introduction
“Talking in Your Sleep” was performed by The Romantics and released in 1983. It has become one of their signature songs.
Why You Should Listen
It features cool guitar and bass lines along with an energetic vocal performance.
Highlights
- Minor-key melody
- Energetic vocal performance
- Memorable music video
About the Song
“Talking in Your Sleep” was written by Coz Canler, Jimmy Marinos, Wally Palmar, Mike Skill, and Peter Solley, and released in 1983.It peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, No. 2 on the Rock Tracks chart, and reached No. 1 on the Dance and Canadian singles charts. It also became a hit in several other countries and remains one of the band’s signature songs.
The music video is also notable, featuring a stylish and memorable 1980s aesthetic.
About the Artist
The Romantics are an American rock band formed in 1977.
Their debut single, “Little White Lies,” was released as a non-album single in 1977, but did not chart, as was also the case with their second single, “Tell It to Carrie.”
Their debut studio album, The Romantics, was released in 1980 and reached No. 68 on the Billboard 200 and No. 78 on the Australian chart.
Conclusion
This is a classic 1980s rock tune, and its music video is definitely worth watching.
See you in the next oldies but goodies review vol.9.
Video courtesy of the official YouTube channel.