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The Best of Me (David Foster song)
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Wikipedia article
"'The Best of Me'" is a song originally by David Foster and the title-track of his debut solo album in November 1983. The song was composed in 1982 by David Foster, Jeremy Lubbock and Richard Marx. It has since been recorded by numerous artists, the most notable being Cliff Richard, who chose it for his 100th single milestone in 1989.
Original David Foster version
In 1982, Foster composed "The Best of Me", with Jeremy Lubbock and Richard Marx. The ballad was later included as the title track for his debut solo album with the same title, released in November 1983.
David Foster & Olivia Newton-John version
David Foster re-recorded the track with Olivia Newton-John for his 1986 self-titled solo album. It was released as a single and made #6 on the 'Billboard' Adult Contemporary chart and #80 on the 'Billboard' Hot 100 chart.
Track listing
# "The Best of Me" - 4:08# "Saj" - 3:08
Charts
Cliff Richard - 100th single
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| alt = Record sleeve showing a gold background with bold white letters 'Cliff Richard 100th Single'
| caption = Front cover of standard edition
| type = single
| artist = Cliff Richard
| album = 'Stronger'
| B-side =
| released = 30 May 1989
| recorded = MarchApril 1989
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| venue =
| genre = Pop
| length =
| label = EMI
| writer = David Foster, Jeremy Lubbock, Richard Marx
| producer = Cliff Richard
| prev_title = Mistletoe and Wine
| prev_year = 1988
| next_title = I Just Don't Have the Heart
| next_year = 1989
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Cliff Richard selected the song for his milestone 100th single in 1989. Released on 30 May 1989, the song debuted at #2 on the UK Singles Chart and stayed there another week in its 7-week run on the chart. It was certified Silver by the BPI for sales over 200,000.
Before releasing his 100th single, Richard invited 2,000 British fans to the London Palladium for a preview of six songs from his forthcoming album (which would be 'Stronger)', to vote on which one they liked most as possible 100th single. Ironically, "The Best of Me" came second to "Stronger Than That", but Richard had also revealed by mistake that the latter was composed by Alan Tarney who had written most of Richard's biggest hits since 1979. Regardless, it was enough confirmation for Richard to choose "The Best of Me" with its fitting lyrics as a tribute to his audience. Coming third in the vote was "I Just Don't Have the Heart", ahead of "Joanna" and "Lean on You".
Charts and certifications
Weekly charts
Year-end charts
Certifications
Other covers
*Kenny Rogers studio track, 'The Heart of the Matter', 1985
*Phil Perry studio track, 'The Heart of the Man' album, 1991
*Barry Manilow studio track, 'The Complete Collection and Then Some...' album, 1992
*Richard Marx live track, 2010
*Michael Bubl studio track, 'Crazy Love (Hollywood edition bonus disc)' album, 2010
*Paul Potts studio track, 'Home' album, 2014
References
Category:1986 singles
Category:1989 singles
Category:Atlantic Records singles
Category:EMI Records singles
Category:Kenny Rogers songs
Category:Cliff Richard songs
Category:Olivia Newton-John songs
Category:Pop ballads
Category:Songs written by David Foster
Category:Songs written by Richard Marx
Category:Song recordings produced by George Martin
Category:Malefemale vocal duets
Category:1982 songs
Category:1983 singles
Category:1980s ballads
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