The song's core was inspired by a funk riff from the track "Too Through" by Bad Girls, which drummer Kenny Hyslop had recorded off a New York radio station.
Produced by Peter Walsh, the track features a clean, crisp production style that AllMusic notes gives it a "brash pop edge" compared to their earlier "echo-laden" records. Lyrical Themes: "Everything is Possible" Simple Minds - Promised You A Miracle
Frontman Jim Kerr wrote the lyrics specifically to match the positive, uplifting feel of the music. The recurring theme is one of ambition and boundless optimism. The song's core was inspired by a funk
The track represents a "pure pop" shift for the band, shedding the darker, atmospheric textures of their previous work for a sleeker, radio-friendly sound. The recurring theme is one of ambition and
is widely regarded by critics and fans as the pivotal moment that transformed Simple Minds from experimental post-punk cult favorites into shimmering new wave pop stars. Released on April 2, 1982, as the lead single for their landmark album New Gold Dream (81–82–83–84) , it became their first Top 20 UK hit. Musical Evolution and Style