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About Hungry Eyes
"Hungry Eyes" is a song performed by American artist Eric Carmen, a former member of the band Raspberries, and was featured in the film Dirty Dancing (1987). The song was recorded at Beachwood Studios in Beachwood, Ohio in 1987. "Hungry Eyes" peaked at #4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and #3 on the Cash Box Top 100 in 1988. The power ballad was not released commercially in the UK, but it managed to peak at #82 in January 1988, having charted purely on import sales. Songwriters Franke Previte and John DeNicola wrote the song, as well as another hit from the Dirty Dancing soundtrack, "(I've Had) The Time of My Life". John DeNicola revamped "Hungry Eyes" for his debut album "The Why Because" released October 2019. "Explaining his version, DeNicola says, "I thought it would be fun to record 'Hungry Eyes' in a way that would set it apart from the Dirty Dancing version and decided to try to make it sound like a modern indie-rock band imitating an 80's synth-pop song."The music video featured Carmen with model Sally Steele, who later founded Vegas Rocks! Magazine.more »
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- 2005
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- 70Views
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- #3
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I've been meaning to tell youI've got this feelin' that won't subsideI look at you and I fantasizeYou're mine and tonightNow I've got you in my sightsWith these hungry eyesOne look at you and I can't disguiseI've got hungry eyesI feel the magic between you and II want to hold you so hear me outI want to show you what love's all aboutDarling tonightNow I've got you in my sightsWith these hungry eyesOne look at you and I can't disguiseI've got hungry eyesI feel the magic between you and IWith these hungry eyesNow I've got you in my sightsWith these hungry eyesNow did I take you by surpriseI need you to seeThis love was meant to beI've got hungry eyesOne look at you and I can't disguiseI've got hungry eyesI feel the magic between you and II've got hungry eyesNow I've got you in my sightsWith the hungry eyesNow did I take you by surprise?With my hungry eyesWith my hungry eyesNow I've got you in my sightsWith my hungry eyes
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Eric Carmen
Eric Howard Carmen (born August 11, 1949) is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and keyboardist. more »
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Written by: FRANKE PREVITE, FRANKE JON PREVITE, JOHN DENICOLA
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, WORLDSONG INC
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13 facts about this song
Artist Background"Hungry Eyes" was performed by American artist Eric Carmen, who first gained fame as the lead singer of the Raspberries in the 1970s. |
Song Release"Hungry Eyes" was released as a single in 1987. |
Chart PerformanceThe song was a commercial success, reaching number four on the Billboard Hot 100 and number three on the Cash Box Top 100. |
Album Appearance"Hungry Eyes" is prominently featured in the "Dirty Dancing" soundtrack album, which reached number one on the Billboard 200 and sold over 32 million copies worldwide. |
Film AssociationThe song is best known for its use in the 1987 film "Dirty Dancing", where it played during a montage showcasing Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey's dance rehearsals. |
Song CompositionEric Carmen co-wrote "Hungry Eyes" with songwriter John DeNicola. |
Eric's InvolvementActually, this is one of the few songs that Eric Carmen did not write by himself; he is best known for his songwriting prowess, particularly with hits like "All By Myself" and "Never Gonna Fall in Love Again." |
Re-releaseIn 2003, the song was re-released as a remix by the dance music artist Eyeopener, and it reached the top 40 in the UK. |
Music VideoThe music video for "Hungry Eyes" includes scenes from the movie "Dirty Dancing". |
Critical ReceptionThe song was generally well received by critics and audiences alike for its infectious melody and nostalgic lyrics. |
Cultural Impact"Hungry Eyes" remains a popular choice on 80's themed parties or events and continues to be featured in many pop culture references related to "Dirty Dancing". |
Discography Highlight"Hungry Eyes" is one of Carmen's highest charting hits and remains one of his signature songs. |
LegacyThe song's legacy has been closely tied with the lasting success of "Dirty Dancing," contributing greatly to the film's iconic romantic and nostalgic allure. |
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