- Source: Married Men
"Married Men" (also known as "(The World Is Full of) Married Men") is a song written by Dominic Bugatti and Frank Musker. It was recorded and released almost simultaneously by Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler (claimed as the original) and American Bette Midler. Due to the simultaneous release, both versions competed with each other. As a result, Tyler's version reached number 35 in the UK, while Midler's version charted in North America, including number 40 in the US Hot 100.
Tyler's version became the title theme for Robert William Young's 1979 film The World Is Full of Married Men.
Critical reception
A review by Cash Box magazine noted that Tyler's version is a percolating disco number with sleek arrangements, her voice mixed well above the echoed synthesizer and handclaps which jump out of the instrumentals, and mellifluous instrumentals sure to get disco wallflowers out onto the dance floor. The reviewer of Record World wrote: "Bonnie's tough vocals ask and give no quarter on this soulful, driving disco/pop piece that has strong a/c potential. The saucy sax adds to the passion."
Commenting on Midler's performance, Billboard magazine noted that this polished disco record best emphasizes the singer's energy. Brian Chin of Record World wrote: "Arif Mardin produced, and gives full orchestral support to a strong, strong punchline ('They do it, they do it'), which Midler belts out with a force that nearly wears her voice to a frazzle by the end of the song. There are hints of 'Sinner Man' and 'Da Ya Think I'm Sexy,' but in the end, the song's own pop identity makes the biggest mark. This is especially true in that 'Married Men' lacks the bonafide disco mix and edit that, say, 'Take Me Home' received. Midler's record would make a stronger dance impact with longer breaks (the several guitar and syndrum breaks don't last nearly long enough to provide a real change) and with a more varied mix and programming. Still, excellent songwriting and Midler's personal presence make 'Married Men' a radio must, and, given the exposure, could cross back into the clubs on requests."
Track listing
= Bonnie Tyler
=7" single
A. "Married Men" – 3:45
B. "If You Ever Need Me Again" (Ronnie Scott, Steve Wolfe) – 3:32
12" single
A. "Married Men" – 6:10
B. "If You Ever Need Me Again" – 3:32
= Bette Midler
=7" single
A. "Married Men" – 3:35
B. "Bang, You're Dead" (Nicholas Ashford, Valerie Simpson) – 3:10
12" single
A. "Married Men" – 7:58
B. "Bang, You're Dead" – 3:10
Charts
References
External links
"Married Men" by Bonnie Tyler" at Discogs (list of releases)
"Married Men" by Bette Midler" at Discogs (list of releases)
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