Julie Covington - ( I Want To See The ) Bright Lights

[Mrjohnnybotha]

This song brings back a lot of memories. During the South African Bush War in South West Africa (Namibië) this particular song by Julie was a huge hit and loved by many a soldier. It was also a good song to sing along. I'm so happy to hear it again after nearly 32 years!!!!

Johnny Botha

South Africa

[claresongstres]

I used to sing this in a band in the late 70's, Julie's a powerful singer love to se her re-vived xx

[kiwibelt]

A truly, truly authentic voice. Sang in her own accent before it was considered 'cool'. No affectations, just a true singer belting out and FEELING the song. Love HER!

[daishirye101]

The album this appeared on was one of the first I ever bought.

[paulc9286]

This was never a hit but should have been

[zapkvr]

All thanks are due to Rick Branson for dsicovering Julie. She is a giant amongst women singers. I always knew she was os much better than that Argentina bullsh*t She always had impeccable diction as well, not like the drivel you hear today. .

[zapkvr]

All thanks are due to Rick Branson for dsicovering Julie. She is a giant amongst women singers. I always knew she was os much better than that Argentina bullsh*t.

[stephenmath1]

a magnificent, clear voice - forgot how great this song (and her voice) is - heard it last about 30 years ago, sadly her only 'Top 20' single here in S.A after DCFMA. Thanks for posting!

[billy270564]

wow

[COOLSAMMYJO]

this record kept me going through the teenage years

[JBofBrisbane]

So does anyone have the promo clip for this song?

[JBofBrisbane]

Loved this song from the moment I heard it - deserved to do better on the Aussie charts.

[jmccullough]

She's not Richard, but this isn't bad.

[UKMike2009]

Keep these coming - briliant version by one of best but often forgotten UK singers

[iano39]

With the songs you keep posting, well you could almost be me!! :P I do like so many little known/hard-to-get tracks from this era. What impresses me most is that you got hold of a hi-fi version, which has elused me. Thanks so much!

[kiwibelt]

Clear, honest, real, Ice and Steel in her voice all at once. A wonderful tone and honesty to her voice. Take that, Beyonce and all your vocal gymnastics!

[fossie32]

Great song and love Julie's version

[stigbigstoorm]

been looking for this for a fair while thanks

[nearlyoutofideas]

Now if only someone could find the promo clip for this song, with a cameo by Richard Thompson (who wrote the song and plays guitar on it)!

[BrianofSI]

Perhaps you could upload a few songs onto YouTube? They would be much appreciated!

[nielske29]

I've got this album, but i won't sell it, sorry!!

[BrianofSI]

Must admit that the more I listen to it, the more I like it. But that is mainly because of Julie Covington's great voice. To me, the song itself seems to be a forgettable go-thru-the-motions pop ditty. There are 5 or 6 other songs by Julie Covington on YouTube that I prefer.

I wish I had her LPs!

[nielske29]

Why not a great song? This is the best song of Julie.

[chrisjoly]

@nielske29 i agree there is no better by Julie!!

[BrianofSI]

Wow, many thanks for the vid! What a pleasant surprise to find a Julie Covington song! Not a great song, but her voice is clear and beautiful. Do you have any other Julie Covington recordings?