Flashdance is the soundtrack album inspired by 1983 film “Flashdance” starring Jennifer Beals. The album was released in April 1983 spawning four singles including “Flashdance... What A Feeling” by Irene Cara. The album contains 10 tracks from artists such as Donna Summer, Irene Cara, Michael Sembello, and more. The album topped several album charts including the US where it achieved a 6-time platinum status. In Canada, the album peaked #2 but achieved a 9-time platinum status.
Track Listing:
Flashdance... What A Feeling - Irene Cara
He’s A Dream - Shandi
Love Theme From Flashdance - Helen St. John
Manhunt - Karen Kamon
Lady, Lady, Lady - Joe Esposito
Imagination - Laura Branigan
Romeo - Donna Summer
Seduce Me Tonight - Cycle V
I’ll Be Here Where The Heart Is - Kim Carnes
Maniac - Michael Sembello
My Top Five Picks:
5th Place - He’s A Dream - Shandi
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4th Place - Seduce Me Tonight - Cycle V
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3rd Place - Lady, Lady, Lady - Joe Esposito
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2nd Place - Maniac - Michael Sembello
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1st Place - Flashdance... What A Feeling - Irene Cara
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