[4] When asked why the group's contributions were minimal on Rhythm of the Night, El noted that it was largely due to them being busy touring with singer Luther Vandross.

[5] As the remaining members of the group were increasingly affected their drug use, El threatened to attempt a solo career on the Vandross tour.

[5] James DeBarge mentioned that he had no idea where the studios were to record his vocals and the only song he actually sang on was the title track, while Bunny was asked to sing over the background singers' parts.

Despite the success of the album, Motown released the group from their recording contract and offered solo deals to El, Bunny and the youngest member of the DeBarge family, Chico.

The song reached #1 on the R&B chart and #3 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming their biggest hit and jump-starting the career of its writer, Diane Warren.

This hit single also made an appearance in the film The Last Dragon, which was primarily financed by Motown president Berry Gordy.

It still gains occasional airplay on radio stations in the U.S. DeBarge Additional personnel Studios ^ Shipments figures based on certification alone.