George Michael and Wham! were an English pop duo formed in 1981 by schoolmates George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley. They are best known for their hit singles, such as “Wake Me Up Before You Go–Go”, “Careless Whisper”, and “Freedom”.
Their debut album, Fantastic, was released in 1983 and it was an immediate success, spawning the hit singles “Young Guns (Go For It!)” and “Wham Rap!”. The duo went on to release two more albums, Make It Big (1984) and Music from the Edge of Heaven (1986), which also featured hit singles such as “Everything She Wants”, “I’m Your Man”, and “The Edge of Heaven.”
George Michael and Wham! were known for their energetic, upbeat sound and their use of synthesizers and drum machines. They were also known for their colorful, often outrageous costumes and stage performances. They were popular among both teens and adults, with their music often appearing on the Billboard Hot 100 and the UK Singles Chart. George Michael was the group’s lead singer and songwriter, while Andrew Ridgeley provided vocals and guitar.
The duo’s music was heavily influenced by the sounds of the 1980s, with a blend of pop, R&B, and dance. They became one of the most successful British pop acts of the decade, selling over 25 million records worldwide. After the duo broke up in 1986, George Michael went on to find solo success with hits such as “Faith” and “Jesus to a Child.”
George Michael and Wham! remain one of the most beloved and influential pop acts of the 1980s and their music continues to be enjoyed by audiences around the world.
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