Released 1983, 1984 (reissue) Label Proto | Genre Hi-NRG Writer(s) Ian Anthony Stephens | |
"Stay in My Life"
(1983) "Searchin' (I Gotta Find a Man)"
(1983) "Searchin' (I Gotta Find a Man)"
(1983) "Jealous Love / Evergreen"
(1984) | ||
"Searchin' (I Gotta Find a Man)" is a hi-NRG song written by Ian Anthony Stephens, originally recorded and made famous by British singer Hazell Dean. Originally released in 1983, it became a Top-Ten hit on the UK Singles Chart and U.S. Dance/Disco charts. It was covered by Australian girl group Young Divas in 2007.
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The single was initially released in 1983 and peaked at number seventy-six in the UK Singles Chart. The song became a popular dance track, particularly so in gay clubs. After hitting the U.S. Dance charts, where it peaked at number eight, it was re-issued in the UK in 1984 and managed to reach number six in the UK Singles Chart, becoming one of her most successful singles to date. The song was later included on her album Heart First.
Young Divas version
"Searchin'" was covered by Australian girl group Young Divas for their self-titled debut album Young Divas. It was produced by George Pappetros and released as the third and final single from the album on 17 March 2007. The song peaked at number 40 on the ARIA Singles Chart. A music video for "Searchin" features the Young Divas dancing in a nightclub with men.
Track listing
- "Searchin'" – 3:33
- "Searchin'" (Pop Embassy Remix) – 6:24
- "Searchin'" (KC Baker Club Mix) – 6:05
- "Searchin'" (Radio Extended) – 5:03