Paradise Is Here
Encyclopedia
"Paradise Is Here" is a song written by Paul Brady
and available on his 1987
album Primitive Dance
. The song was also recorded by Tina Turner, for her album Break Every Rule
, and Cher
for her twenty-second album It's a Man's World.
's recording of the track was produced by Mark Knopfler
of the Dire Straits
and included on her 1986
album Break Every Rule
. It was released as a single in Europe and found minor success in the UK. Instead of a remix, the 12" single featured a seven-and-a-half-minute live version from Turner's 1986/1987 Break Every Rule Tour
on which the track was one of the encores. An alternate and edited live version was later included as the closing track on her 1988
album Tina Live in Europe
.
n single by American
singer-actress Cher
from her studio album, It's a Man's World. It was released on December 3 1996
by Reprise Records
. The song did not crack the US Hot 100. Cher performed the song on The RuPaul Show
in 1996.
, Cher
released "Paradise Is Here". The song did not become a pop hit, but became a top 20 US club hit, peaking at number eleven.
US CD maxi-single (9 43759-2)
US 12" vinyl promo (PRO-A-8375)
US 12" vinyl promo (0-43759)
US 12" vinyl promo white label (0-43759)
Same track listing as the US 12" vinyl promo.
US CD single promo picture CD(PRO-CD-8375)
Paul Brady
Paul Joseph Brady is an Irish singer-songwriter, whose work straddles folk and pop. He was interested in a wide variety of music from an early age...
and available on his 1987
1987 in music
This is a list of notable events in music that took place in the year 1987.See also:Record labels established in 1987-January-February:*January 3 – Aretha Franklin becomes the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame...
album Primitive Dance
Primitive Dance
Primitive Dance is a 1987 album by Irish singer/songwriter Paul Brady, his fifth solo album. The song "The Awakening" features the vocals of Irish singer Moya Brennan.-Track listing:#Steal Your Heart Away - 5:45#The Soul Commotion - 3:39...
. The song was also recorded by Tina Turner, for her album Break Every Rule
Break Every Rule
Break Every Rule is the sixth solo album by Tina Turner, released on Capitol Records in 1986.-Overview:The album's predecessor, Private Dancer, set high commercial standards, yet Break Every Rule sold very well worldwide. It reached #4 on the Billboard 200, #2 on the UK albums chart and #1 in...
, and Cher
Cher
Cher is an American recording artist, television personality, actress, director, record producer and philanthropist. Referred to as the Goddess of Pop, she has won an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, an Emmy Award, three Golden Globes and a Cannes Film Festival Award among others for her work in...
for her twenty-second album It's a Man's World.
Song information
Tina TurnerTina Turner
Tina Turner is an American singer and actress whose career has spanned more than 50 years. She has won numerous awards and her achievements in the rock music genre have led many to call her the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll".Turner started out her music career with husband Ike Turner as a member of the...
's recording of the track was produced by Mark Knopfler
Mark Knopfler
Mark Freuder Knopfler, OBE is a Scottish-born British guitarist, singer, songwriter, record producer and film score composer. He is best known as the lead guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for the British rock band Dire Straits, which he co-founded in 1977...
of the Dire Straits
Dire Straits
Dire Straits were a British rock band active from 1977 to 1995, composed of Mark Knopfler , his younger brother David Knopfler , John Illsley , and Pick Withers .Dire Straits' sound drew from a variety of musical influences, including jazz, folk, blues, and came closest...
and included on her 1986
1986 in music
This is a list of notable events in music that took place in the year 1986.-January-June:*January 23 – The first induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame takes place...
album Break Every Rule
Break Every Rule
Break Every Rule is the sixth solo album by Tina Turner, released on Capitol Records in 1986.-Overview:The album's predecessor, Private Dancer, set high commercial standards, yet Break Every Rule sold very well worldwide. It reached #4 on the Billboard 200, #2 on the UK albums chart and #1 in...
. It was released as a single in Europe and found minor success in the UK. Instead of a remix, the 12" single featured a seven-and-a-half-minute live version from Turner's 1986/1987 Break Every Rule Tour
Break Every Rule Tour
The Break Every Rule Tour is the fourth worldwide concert tour by American singer Tina Turner. The tour supported her second album Break Every Rule. It was sponsored by Pepsi-Cola and broke box office records in 13 different countries...
on which the track was one of the encores. An alternate and edited live version was later included as the closing track on her 1988
1988 in music
This is a list of notable events in music that took place in the year 1988.-January-March:* January 1 – André Rieu's Johann Strauss Orchestra plays its first concert....
album Tina Live in Europe
Tina Live in Europe
Tina Live in Europe is the first live album by Tina Turner and was released in 1988.-Overview:This album is compiled of live performances made between the years 1985 and 1987, the majority of which are from Turner's Break Every Rule Tour but also from the 1985 Private Dancer Tour, as well as the...
.
Charts
| Chart (1987) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Irish Singles Chart | 21 |
| Austrian Singles Chart | 25 |
| German Singles Chart | 31 |
| UK Singles Chart | 78 |
Cher version
"Paradise Is Here" was the second North AmericaNorth America
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n single by American
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
singer-actress Cher
Cher
Cher is an American recording artist, television personality, actress, director, record producer and philanthropist. Referred to as the Goddess of Pop, she has won an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, an Emmy Award, three Golden Globes and a Cannes Film Festival Award among others for her work in...
from her studio album, It's a Man's World. It was released on December 3 1996
1996 in music
This is a list of notable events in music that took place in the year 1996.-January:* January – At the trial of two American teenagers, Nicholaus McDonald and Brian Bassett, for the murder of Bassett's parents and young brother, defense lawyers attempt to lay the blame for the murders on the fact...
by Reprise Records
Reprise Records
Reprise Records is an American record label, founded in 1960 by Frank Sinatra. It is owned by Warner Music Group, and operated through Warner Bros. Records.-Beginnings:...
. The song did not crack the US Hot 100. Cher performed the song on The RuPaul Show
The RuPaul Show
The RuPaul Show is an American talk/variety show that premiered on VH1 in 1996. Hosted by drag performer, RuPaul, the show had many famous musical guests and was notable as being one of the first national television programs in the United States hosted by an openly gay host...
in 1996.
Song information
In 19961996 in music
This is a list of notable events in music that took place in the year 1996.-January:* January – At the trial of two American teenagers, Nicholaus McDonald and Brian Bassett, for the murder of Bassett's parents and young brother, defense lawyers attempt to lay the blame for the murders on the fact...
, Cher
Cher
Cher is an American recording artist, television personality, actress, director, record producer and philanthropist. Referred to as the Goddess of Pop, she has won an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, an Emmy Award, three Golden Globes and a Cannes Film Festival Award among others for her work in...
released "Paradise Is Here". The song did not become a pop hit, but became a top 20 US club hit, peaking at number eleven.
Formats and track listings
These are the formats and track listings of all single releases of "Paradise Is Here".US CD maxi-single (9 43759-2)
- "Paradise Is Here" (single mix)
- "Paradise Is Here" (Junior's Arena Anthem)
- "Paradise Is Here" (Runway Mix)
- "Paradise Is Here" (Glow Stick Mix)
- "Paradise Is Here" (Give Me the Night Dub)
- "Paradise Is Here" (Sunrise Mix)
- "Paradise Is Here" (Eurodance Mix)
- "Paradise Is Here" (Garage Revival Mix)
US 12" vinyl promo (PRO-A-8375)
- A1. "Paradise Is Here" (Padapella)
- A2. "Paradise Is Here" (Glow Stick Dub)
- B1. "Paradise Is Here" (Tribal Beats)
- B2. "Paradise Is Here" (Sunrise Mix)
US 12" vinyl promo (0-43759)
- A1. "Paradise Is Here" (Junior's Arena Anthem)
- A2. "Paradise Is Here" (Glow Stick Mix)
- B1. "Paradise Is Here" (Runway Mix)
- B2. "Paradise Is Here" (Give Me the Night Dub)
US 12" vinyl promo white label (0-43759)
Same track listing as the US 12" vinyl promo.
US CD single promo picture CD(PRO-CD-8375)
- "Paradise Is Here" (album edit)
- "Paradise Is Here" (single mix)
- "Paradise Is Here" (Runway Edit)
Official versions
- Album edit – 3:57 (US version; promo)
- Main Europe version – 5:09
- Main US version – 4:40
- Single mix – 4:05
- Junior's Arena Anthem – 10:45
- Padapella – 8:18
- Runway Mix – 8:32
- Runway Edit – 4:05 (Promo)
- Glow Stick Mix – 8:33
- Glow Stick Dub – 8:34
- Give Me the Night Dub – 8:35
- Sunrise Mix – 6:49
- Tribal Beats – 5:54
- Garage Revival Mix – 7:32
- Eurodance Mix - 5:54
Charts
| Chart (1996) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| U.S. Billboard Billboard (magazine) Billboard is a weekly American magazine devoted to the music industry, and is one of the oldest trade magazines in the world. It maintains several internationally recognized music charts that track the most popular songs and albums in various categories on a weekly basis... Hot Dance Club Play |
11 |
| U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Singles Sales Hot Dance Singles Sales Hot Dance Singles Sales is a chart released weekly by Billboard magazine in the United States, established in 1985. It measures the sale of commercially released singles that deal with dance music and remixes... |
27 |