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Wikipedia article




"'Beautiful in My Eyes'" is a song by American singer-songwriter Joshua Kadison. It was released in 1994 as the second single from his 1993 debut album 'Painted Desert Serenade', surpassing the performance of his debut single and breakout hit Jessie, reaching No. 19 on the US 'Billboard' Hot 100, and charting in four other countries including the UK, where it peaked at No. 65. A re-release the following year in the UK proved more successful, reaching the top 40 and peaking at No. 37 on the UK Singles Chart.

Kadison described the song as being about "a love that just lasts forever, and you'll always be beautiful in my eyes." Years after its' release, the song was often mistaken as an Elton John song due to Kadison's baritone voice being similar to John's and in how he plays the piano on it.

Critical reception



Larry Flick from 'Billboard' wrote, "Kadison follows the slow-growing "Jessie" with another easy-going, piano-driven pop ballad wrapped with sugary, romantic prose and gospel-spiked background vocals. Kadison's earnest, wide-eyed performance keeps things from flying too far over the top. Song will test his base at top 40 radio, although it is an easy bet for immediate AC action." Ron Fell and Diane Rufer from the 'Gavin Report' noted that it was released on the one-year anniversary of the release of his first single, complimenting it as a "fabulous production

that builds to a string-laden climax." British magazine 'Music Week' rated it three out of five, commenting, "Another obvious smash from this softcore Billy Joel. Despite the comparative UK failure of Jessie, one of these songs is going to take off here, but which one?"

Charts



References



Category:1993 songs

Category:1994 singles

Category:Joshua Kadison songs

Category:Song recordings produced by Rod Argent

Category:Pop ballads


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