![]() The second verse features some truly poetic, love-oriented moments: “He holds me close like a thief of the heart / He plays a melody / Born to tear me apart / The silence is broken / And no words are spoken…” Beyond theme, lyrics, and dynamic vocals, there are some interesting harmonic moments on “Piano In The Dark.” It wouldn’t be far-fetched to characterize this 80s classic as much less predictable than so many of the pop/R&B songs of today. The chorus is incredibly memorable and tuneful I love the harmonized vocals that occur during select moments.īeyond tuneful pre-chorus and chorus sections, the songwriting in the verses is also impressive. After a slightly more reserved start in the first verse, Russell packs more of a punch during the chorus section. The record sounds idiomatic of the 1980s. The record features warm, inviting, and chill production work at the onset. ![]() Notably, “Piano In The Dark” is her highest charting single, peaking at no. Also, assisting Russell is □ Joe Esposito, who provides background vocals on this adult contemporary R&B gem. Furthermore, she produced the track alongside Hull and □ André Fischer. Russell penned “Piano In The Dark” alongside □ ✍ Jeff Hull and □ ✍ Scott Cutler. “Just as I walk through the door / I can feel your emotion / It’s pulling me back / Back to love you.” Ooh la-la! Versatile R&B singer/songwriter □ Brenda Russell is best known for one song: □ “Piano In The Dark”. The records that grace Throwback Vibez □️□ are older, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that they’re ancient – no fossils □! All genres of music are welcome – we don’t discriminate ‘round here! In the 107 th edition of Throwback Vibez □️□ (2022), we recollect and reflect on □ “Piano In The Dark”, performed by □ Brenda Russell. ![]() The vibes, the vibes, those Throwback Vibez □️□! Throwback Vibez □️□ is a column that celebrates awesome songs from the past. Reading Time: 3 min read In the 107 th edition of Throwback Vibez (2022), we recollect and reflect on “Piano In The Dark” by R&B singer/songwriter, Brenda Russell. ![]()
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