On this day May 26, 1984, Let’s Hear It for the Boy by Deniece Williams reached number 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of the most beloved pop hits of the decade. The song gained massive popularity through its inclusion in the film Footloose, where it played during a memorable training montage featuring Kevin Bacon’s character teaching his friend to dance.
With its infectious melody, uplifting lyrics, and Deniece Williams’ soaring vocals, the track quickly caught on with audiences worldwide. It held the top spot in the United States from May 26 to June 8, also reaching number 1 in Canada and number 2 in the United Kingdom.
Fun fact: Let’s Hear It for the Boy earned Deniece Williams a Grammy nomination and became one of the standout tracks from the multi platinum Footloose soundtrack.
With its infectious melody, uplifting lyrics, and Deniece Williams’ soaring vocals, the track quickly caught on with audiences worldwide. It held the top spot in the United States from May 26 to June 8, also reaching number 1 in Canada and number 2 in the United Kingdom.
Fun fact: Let’s Hear It for the Boy earned Deniece Williams a Grammy nomination and became one of the standout tracks from the multi platinum Footloose soundtrack.
