Read My Lips (Enough Is Enough)
"Read My Lips" is a song written and performed by Scottish singer-songwriter Jimmy Somerville (formerly of the bands Bronski Beat and The Communards) from his 1989 album Read My Lips. The song discusses the need for increased funding to fight HIV/AIDS.
"Read My Lips (Enough Is Enough)" | ||||
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Single by Jimmy Somerville | ||||
from the album Read My Lips | ||||
Released | 1990 | |||
Genre | Pop, synthpop | |||
Label | London Recordings | |||
Songwriter(s) | Jimmy Somerville | |||
Producer(s) | Pascal Gabriel | |||
Jimmy Somerville singles chronology | ||||
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Released in 1990 as Somerville's third solo single from the album Read My Lips, the song didn't chart as well as the previous single, "You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real)", a cover of the Sylvester original, which hit number 5 earlier the same year. However, it did chart inside the Top 40, peaking at number 26 on the UK Singles Chart.
Track listing
- 12" Vinyl Single - London Recordings (UK Release)
- "Read My Lips (Enough Is Enough)"
- "Read My Lips (Enough Is Enough)"
- "Strangers "
Chart performance
Chart (1990) | Peak position |
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UK Singles Chart[1] | 26 |
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References
- "The Official Charts Company - Read My Lips by Jimmy Somerville Search". The Official Charts Company. 19 June 2013.
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