"Waiting for a Star to Fall" is the signature 1988 synth-pop hit by the American duo , comprised of married couple George Merrill and Shannon Rubicam . Released as the lead single from their second album, Reel Life , it reached #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped the Adult Contemporary chart. Behind the Song
: In 2005, the song was heavily sampled in three different hits: Cabin Crew's "Star2Fall," Sunset Strippers' "Falling Stars," and Mylo's "In Your Arms". Watch the official music video for this 80s pop classic: Boy Meets Girl - Waiting For A Star To Fall
: The song was then offered to Belinda Carlisle, who recorded a demo but ultimately decided not to include it on her album Heaven on Earth . This led the duo to record it themselves. Musical & Cultural Impact "Waiting for a Star to Fall" is the
: The track is famous for its tenor saxophone solo , performed by a young Andy Snitzer . Watch the official music video for this 80s