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"Maniac" is a song performed by Michael Sembello. The song was used in the 1983 film Flashdance. "Maniac" appears during an early scene in Flashdance and is used as the backing track of a montage sequence showing Alex (Jennifer Beals) training strenuously in her converted warehouse. Sembello had originally written the song as a horror theme after watching a slasher film (possibly 1980's Maniac) with lyrics such as "He's a maniac, maniac, that's for sure / He will kill your cat and nail it to the door. " Producer Phil Ramone convinced Sembello to write new lyrics to reflect the film's subject matter. more »
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- 1983
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Just a steel town girl on a Saturday nightLooking for the fight of her lifeIn the real time world no one sees her at allThey all say she's crazyLocking rhythm to the beat of her heartChanging movement into lightShe had danced into the danger zoneWhen the dancer becomes the danceIt can cut you like a knifeIf the gift becomes the fireOn the wire between will and what will beShe's a maniac, maniac on the floorAnd she's dancing like she's never danced beforeShe's a maniac, maniac on the floorAnd she's dancing like she's never danced beforeOn the ice blue line of insanityIs a place most never seeIt's a hard won place of mysteryTouch it but can't hold itYou work all your life, for that moment in timeIt could come or pass you byIt's a push shove worldBut there's always a chanceIf the hunger stays the nightThere's a cold connective heatStruggling stretching for the peakNever stopping with her head against the windShe's a maniac, maniac I sure knowAnd she's dancing like she's never danced beforeShe's a maniac, maniac I sure knowAnd she's dancing like she's never danced beforeIt can cut you like a knifeIf the fight becomes the fireOn the wire between will and what will beShe's a maniac, maniac I sure knowAnd she's dancing like she's never danced beforeShe's a maniac, maniac I sure knowAnd she's dancing like she's never danced beforeManiac, maniac I sure know
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Michael Sembello
Michael Sembello (born April 17, 1954) is an American musician and songwriter from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. more »
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Written by: Dennis N Matskosky, Rodney Price, Michael N Sembello, Richard N Stephenson
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Music Creation"Maniac" is a song performed by American recording artist Michael Sembello. The song was released in 1983 and is Sembello's most popular and recognizable hit to date. |
InspirationInterestingly, "Maniac" was inspired by the horror film, "Texas Chainsaw Massacre." Originally the lyrics spoke about a maniac killer on the loose. Eventually, it ended up being a part of a dance-themed movie. |
Movie Association"Maniac" is most recognized for its use in the film "Flashdance." It was included on the soundtrack for the film and is often associated with the lead character's intense dance workouts. |
Chart SuccessThe song was a huge commercial success. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States, making Michael Sembello a one-hit-wonder. |
Award Nominations"Maniac" was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1983. Despite its pop culture ubiquity, it did not ultimately win the award. |
Music VideoIn the music video for "Maniac," Sembello performs the song while footage from "Flashdance" is played. The video helped reinforce the association between the song and the film. |
Genre and StyleThe song is categorized as synth-pop, showcasing the prevalent electronic music trend of the early 1980s. The track's uptempo beat and catchy chorus helped it become a dance favorite. |
Live PerformanceMichael Sembello has performed "Maniac" live on several shows, including Solid Gold, American Bandstand, and at the 55th Academy Awards. |
International Success"Maniac" also enjoyed success outside the United States. It reached the top ten in various countries including Canada, Germany, and Australia. |
Legacy"Maniac" continues to be a favorite track in popular culture, featuring in various films, TV shows, and commercials. Its energetic and infectious vibe continues to capture listeners even today, several decades after its release. |
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