The lead single from 'True Colours,' 'Hot Water' showcased Level 42's signature blend of funk and synth-pop, complete with a driving beat and soaring chorus. It was a key track in their transition to stadium-filling status.
- "Hot Water" reached number 30 on the UK singles chart.
- The single was produced by Level 42 and longtime collaborator Wally Badarou.
- The distinctive synth hook was played by keyboardist Mike Lindup.
Level 42 originated in the Isle of Wight, initially an instrumental jazz-funk group that later incorporated pop and new wave elements into their sound. By 1984, they had established themselves as hitmakers in the UK and Europe with their sophisticated, groove-oriented pop.
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