On this day, November 16, 1987, Rick Astley released his debut album Whenever You Need Somebody, launching his career to international stardom. The album reached #10 on the US Billboard 200 charts and hit #1 in the UK, Germany, Spain, and Australia. With over 15 million copies sold worldwide, it featured iconic tracks like “Together Forever” and the unforgettable “Never Gonna Give You Up”—a song that would eventually become an internet phenomenon.
Did you own a copy of Whenever You Need Somebody? Which track is your favorite?
Did you own a copy of Whenever You Need Somebody? Which track is your favorite?