This 1980 single paired a dramatic ballad from her film role with a soulful disco-era R&B tune.
- The A-side, "The Rose," was the main theme from the 20th Century Fox film of the same name, for which Midler starred and received an Oscar nomination.
- "Stay with Me" was produced by Gene Page, a renowned arranger and producer who had worked extensively in disco and R&B with artists like Barry White and McFadden & Whitehead.
- The single was released on Atlantic Records, a label Midler had been with since the beginning of her career.
Bette Midler is a Grammy-winning singer and actor from New York City, known for her energetic stage presence and versatile musical style, blending pop, disco, and traditional show tunes. In 1980, she was at a commercial peak, having recently starred in "The Rose" and earned an Academy Award nomination for its soundtrack.
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