"Huey Lewis & The News" is an American rock band that gained fame in the 1980s. One of their most iconic songs is "The Power of Love," which was released in 1985 and became widely popular. Here are some interesting facts about the song and the band:
Back to the Future Connection: "The Power of Love" is perhaps best known for being featured in the blockbuster film "Back to the Future." The song was written specifically for the movie and went on to become a massive hit.
Grammy Award Winner: The song won the Grammy Award for Best Performance by a Duo or Group in the Pop category in 1986.
Chart Success: "The Power of Love" topped the charts in the United States, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1985.
Co-Writers: The song was co-written by Huey Lewis, Chris Hayes (the band's lead guitarist), and Johnny Colla (the band's saxophonist/guitarist). They collaborated with film composer Alan Silvestri to create the song.
Film Theme Success: The success of "The Power of Love" marked a trend in the 1980s where songs written for movies often became hits in their own right.
Huey Lewis' Acting Cameo: Huey Lewis himself makes a cameo appearance in "Back to the Future." He plays a teacher who rejects Marty McFly's band's audition for the school dance, telling them that they are just too darn loud.
Oscar Nomination: The song received an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song in 1986 but lost to Lionel Richie's "Say You, Say Me" from the film "White Nights."
Continued Popularity: "The Power of Love" remains one of Huey Lewis & The News' most recognizable and enduring songs, often associated with the 1980s nostalgia.
"The Power of Love" played a significant role in the band's success and is still celebrated for its catchy melody and association with a classic movie.