Did you know that Rick Astley is making new music??
(Hat tip to my buddy Dan for pointing this one out.)
It’s true. I mean, he had a smattering of success with other singles after “Never Gonna Give You Up”, but he didn’t have a charted single in the UK from 1993 until 2010. That’s when he released “Lights Out”, which I just heard for the first time a few weeks ago. And it’s… actually pretty good.
Granted, it has a pretty formulaic “pop/rock” sound, but it’s catchy enough that it’s kept me listening. I’m linking the music video here instead of just a Grooveshark player for two reasons: (a) He’s now 46 years old, which means that it’s no longer visually hilarious to see that voice emanating from that man-boy, but (b) He still has the same awkward and hilarious sense of “dance moves” that just make it look like he’s lost in front of a camera. (Seriously, what the hell is he doing with his arms in these rooftop scenes?)
If nothing else, there’s entertainment value in the comparison between this video and—well, you know.
No one seems to hear the music 
Not only do I really like this song, but I also really like the video (a rarity for me these days). Between the shots of him on top of the building and in the arena, it gives a very global feel to what is otherwise a very personal song. But it’s done in a way where it doesn’t lose its personal appeal. The use of lights also contributes to such a warm, intimate atmosphere, which not only makes the video more inviting, but also ties right in to the song.
I especially love the effect in the arena at around 2:30.
And oh yes, the awkward-hand dance moves are back with a vengeance. Gotta love it.