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: A signature Bohlen-style power ballad that remains one of Norman's most recognizable solo songs. Critical Reception

Released in 1986, is both the title track and the second solo studio album by English soft rock musician Chris Norman , the former lead singer of Smokie . The album serves as a definitive departure from Norman's pop-rock roots, heavily leaning into the polished Euro-disco and synth-pop aesthetic of the mid-1980s. Production and Sound

The record is defined by its collaboration with , the mastermind behind Modern Talking . This partnership creates a "winning combination" of Bohlen’s signature high-energy, synthetic production and Norman’s famously raspy, gravelly vocals. Some Hearts Are Diamonds

: While Bohlen produced and wrote several key tracks, Norman and his former Smokie bandmate Pete Spencer contributed four songs that lean closer to Norman's traditional pop-rock style. Some reviewers feel this makes the album's sound slightly inconsistent compared to a purely Bohlen-driven project. Track Highlights

: Originally written for the German TV series Tatort , this became a massive #1 hit in West Germany and Switzerland. : A signature Bohlen-style power ballad that remains

: These tracks showcase the faster-paced, synth-heavy side of the production.

: Listeners who enjoy the sound of hits like "Brother Louie" will find this album highly appealing, as it essentially replaces Thomas Anders' smooth vocals with Norman's more rugged delivery over similar electronic backings. Production and Sound The record is defined by

The album features several European chart-toppers and fan favorites: