On this day March 14 1985 DeBarge released their fourth studio album Rhythm of the Night. The album showcased a more pop-oriented sound while still maintaining the group's signature R&B style helping them reach a wider audience.
Rhythm of the Night peaked at number 19 on the Billboard charts and climbed to number three on the R&B charts. The title track became DeBarge’s biggest hit reaching the top five on the Billboard Hot 100 and becoming an anthem of the mid-80s. Other standout tracks included Who’s Holding Donna Now and You Wear It Well.
80s insight: Rhythm of the Night was featured in the 1985 film The Last Dragon helping it gain even more popularity.
Rhythm of the Night peaked at number 19 on the Billboard charts and climbed to number three on the R&B charts. The title track became DeBarge’s biggest hit reaching the top five on the Billboard Hot 100 and becoming an anthem of the mid-80s. Other standout tracks included Who’s Holding Donna Now and You Wear It Well.
80s insight: Rhythm of the Night was featured in the 1985 film The Last Dragon helping it gain even more popularity.
