TAYLOR DAYNE – Tell It To My Heart (1987)

“Tell It to My Heart” is Taylor Dayne’s breakout hit, released in 1987 as the lead single from her debut album of the same name. It’s a high-energy dance-pop track with a strong synth-driven beat, typical of late 80s club music. The song was a massive success internationally, reaching the Top 10 in over 15 countries and peaking at No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S. It really established Taylor Dayne as a major pop star. Her powerful, soulful voice was often compared to established divas, and this track in particular showcased her ability to blend raw emotion with the slick production of the era. It’s still remembered today as an iconic 80s anthem, often played in retro parties, LGBTQ+ pride events, and dance compilations. Taylor Dayne herself has said that the song changed her life, turning her from an unknown into an international star almost overnight.

I feel the night explode When we’re together Emotion overload In the heat of pleasure

Take me, I’m yours Into your arms Never let me go Tonight, I really need to know

Tell it to my heart Tell me I’m the only one Is this really love or just a game? Tell it to my heart I can feel my body rock Every time you call my name

The passion’s so complete It’s never ending As long as I receive The message you’re sending

Body to body Soul to soul Always feel you near So say the words I long to hear

Tell it to my heart Tell me I’m the only one Is this really love or just a game? Tell it to my heart I can feel my body rock Every time you call my name

Love, love on the run Breaking us down Though we keep holdin’ on I don’t want to lose No, I can’t let you go

Tell it to my heart Tell me I’m the only one Is this really love or just a game? Tell it to my heart I can feel my body rock Every time you call my name

Tell it to my heart Tell me from the start Tell it to my heart, heart, heart, heart Tell it to my heart Tell me from the start Tell it to my heart, heart, heart, heart Never make it stop Oh, take it to the heart, oh, oh, oh, ah, ah

Tell it to my heart Tell me I’m the only one Is this really love or just a game? Tell it to my heart I can feel my body rock Every time you call my name

Tell it to my heart Tell me I’m the only one Is this really love or just a game?