Be Near Me
ABC
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The message is perfectly simple The meaning is clear Don't ever stray too far And don't disappear No don't disappear Ever had the feeling almost broke in two? Said that you were leaving like you do you do? All my dreams came true last night All my hopes and fears All my dreams came true once more In tears in tears Be near me Be near Be near Never had that feeling until I first me you Never felt I like kneeling now I do, yes I do All my dreams came true last night All my hopes and fears All my dreams came true once more In tears in tears Be near me Be near Be near What's your reputation? Ecstasy! What's you destination? Next to me
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Written by: MARK WHITE, MARTIN FRY
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17 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Be Near Me" by ABC falls under the synth-pop genre of music which was popular during the 1980s.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a big hit, peaking at number 26 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 1 on the US Hot Dance Club Play chart in 1985.
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Album Placement"Be Near Me" is one of the tracks from the band's second album, titled "How to Be a Millionaire" which was released in 1985.
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Band LineupDuring the recording of "Be Near Me", ABC consisted of Martin Fry, Mark White, and David Palmer. Stephen Singleton left the band before the recording of the album.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Be Near Me" is distinctive and features the band dressed in sleek, matching suits, performing in a stylized '80s stage setting.
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Release DateThe song was released as a single in March 1985.
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PopularityEven after decades of its release, "Be Near Me" continues to be quite popular, often being played on retro, 80's themed radio broadcasts and parties.
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Co-Writer"Be Near Me" was co-written by band members Martin Fry and Mark White.
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ProductionThe song and the album "How to Be a Millionaire" were produced by the band itself along with the renowned producer, Julian Mendelsohn.
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Cover VersionsSince the release of "Be Near Me," it has been covered by various artists, affirming its popularity and influence in pop music. One noteworthy cover is by the indie rock band, The Dandy Warhols.
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SoundtracksThe song was featured on the soundtrack for the classic 1986 movie "The Fly."
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FormatsUpon its release, the song was available on 7" and 12" vinyl. It has been re-released in digital formats in more recent years as part of the resurgence of '80s pop music.
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Album SalesThe album "How to Be a Millionaire" was acclaimed by critics and sold over half a million copies, earning it a Gold certification.
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InspirationBand member Martin Fry was inspired by the social and economic issues of the 80s while writing "Be Near Me".
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B-SidesThe B-side of the "Be Near Me" single is a song called "What's Your Destination?".
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Re-mixesThe song was remixed several times for the 12" single release and later compilations. Notably the "Munich Disco Mix".
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LegacyThe song's catchy chorus and high-energy synth beat made it a staple of '80s pop and a blueprint for many synth-pop hits that followed.
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