S.O.D. "Up Where We Belong" by Joe Cocker and Jennifer Warnes

8/25/2016      Here's one that reached some heights.  Do you remember the movie scene? The two actors really did not get along off-camera, but on screen they pretty much sizzled.  That's right we're talking about Debra Winger and Richard Gere in the 1982 hit film "An Officer and a Gentleman" about a future naval aviator's mental and physical trials during basic training. The song fit well in the film although many involved had their doubts.  

     It charted in 14 countries, 11 of which were in the Top 10.  In the US, Canada and Australia, it ranked #1.  Awards include a Golden Globe, Academy Award, BAFTA, and a Grammy for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal which was well deserved by Warnes and Cocker.  The American Film Institute ranked it at #79 in their 1984 survey of top songs in American cinema, 100 Years..... 100 Songs.