Best played smack dab in the middle of a raging party, where everyone is wasted. Be prepared to see your friends fall into your coffee table or knock over a drink or two, cause this song is tight! (emphasis mine).
Now, seeing that I was not a 12 year old girl when this came out, I may not be the best person to analyze it. However, I find myself strangely compelled by the sexiness of it. Nevermind the video, which features mega-bitches Linda Evangelista and Naomi Campbell, and the tightest pair of pants ever to fit on a male body...just the incessant rhythm of this song qualifies it for obvious jam status.
There are a few stages to this song: the first where Michael delivers his introduction to a verse, then he elaborates and becomes incensed with a dynamic lyricism that rivals Dylan, and then....THEN.....FREEEDOMMMMM...FREEDOOOOMMMM......FREEEDDOOOOOMMMM....YOU GOT TO GIVE WHAT YOU TAKE!!!!
Numerous jams from the 80s and 90s were structured in such a way that they eventually morphed into a rollicking gospel tune. A Madonna Ciccone or a Steven Wonder were famous for revealing a choir of begowned gospel singers near the most emotional crescendo of their trite songs...just to add some ethnic flavor. But here, Mr. Michael doesn't bore us with the visuals: he satisfies us solely with the passionate voices, with which his seems to blend seamlessly.
And let's not forget the breakdown after the second chorus: the 90s were not known for their funky jams, so would really be wise to relish the one provided here. In summation, I don't give a toss about George Michael's bad press concerning his sexual mores: when I hear this song I am reminded of why obvious jams stand the test of time. It's how they make us feel.
btbuds...George Michael's not actually in this video. If you find that the settings and lighting remind you of Fight Club, well, that's because David Fincher directed the video.
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I was 11 when this song came out and I think it was my first introduction to sexy. This video should be required watching for all 11 year olds. It can save parents so much awkwardness. I vividly remember being fixated on the television as this video played on VH1 and I felt a feeling unlike any other I had ever felt before.
The burning question: George Michael... Greek or Geek?
If you like this, you'll love Father Figure.
he is in this video by the way..that's him in the chair. Ouch! It's sizzlin'!
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