The lead single from her third album, 'Runaway Horses', 'Leave a Light On' was Carlisle's last major international hit of the 1980s. The song reached the top 10 in the US and UK, buoyed by its powerful production and Carlisle's signature vocal delivery.
- The song was co-written by Carlisle, Rick Nowels, and Ellen Shipley, who had previously collaborated on hits like 'Heaven Is a Place on Earth'.
- The music video, directed by Tom Wajda, features Carlisle in a dramatic, shadowy setting, reflecting the song's themes of longing and hope.
- In the UK, 'Leave a Light On' peaked at number 10 on the singles chart, remaining one of Carlisle's most recognizable tracks.
Belinda Carlisle is an American singer best known for her solo career in pop and new wave. By 1989, she had established herself as a successful solo artist following the breakup of The Go-Go's.
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