Sister Breakout - Swing Out

"" is the signature anthem of the British sophisti-pop duo Swing Out Sister , released in 1986. Known for its upbeat brass section and Corinne Drewery's smooth vocals, it remains a quintessential 80s classic that encourages taking risks and finding one's own path. Song Background & Trivia

"When explanations make no sense, When every answer's wrong, You're fighting with lost confidence, All expectations gone. The time has come to make or break; Move on, don't hesitate..." Swing Out Sister Breakout

It reached #4 in the UK and peaked at #6 on the US Billboard Hot 100 , eventually becoming a #1 Adult Contemporary hit in 1987. "" is the signature anthem of the British

The track is a blend of , jazz-inflected pop , and blue-eyed soul . Its lush arrangement features prominent horns and a cinematic feel that helped define the "sophisticated pop" sound of the late 1980s. The time has come to make or break; Move on, don't hesitate

The song was written in a high-stress situation. After their first single, " Blue Mood ," failed to chart, their label gave them a one-week deadline to produce a hit or face being dropped.

The song is celebrated for its empowering message about self-confidence: