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“Here I Go Again ’87” is a re-recorded version of the song originally released by British rock band Whitesnake. The original version of “Here I Go Again” was featured on their 1982 album, “Saints & Sinners.” The 1987 re-recording became one of the band’s most successful hits, reaching a wider audience and achieving significant commercial success.

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The original “Here I Go Again” was written by Whitesnake’s lead vocalist, David Coverdale, and former guitarist, Bernie Marsden. In 1987, Whitesnake re-recorded the song for their self-titled album, commonly referred to as the “1987” album or “Whitesnake ’87.” The re-recorded version featured a more polished production and a slightly altered arrangement, aligning with the glam metal and hard rock trends of the late 1980s.

“Here I Go Again ’87” is characterized by its powerful vocals, anthemic chorus, and driving guitar riffs. The 1987 version features a prominent keyboard intro played by Don Airey, which sets a dramatic tone for the song. The production is slick and radio-friendly, with a strong emphasis on melody and rock hooks. Guitarist John Sykes contributed to the re-recording, adding a more contemporary and polished guitar sound.

The 1987 version of “Here I Go Again” was a major commercial success. It reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States, becoming Whitesnake’s only chart-topping single in the U.S. The song also performed well internationally, reaching the top 10 in several countries, including number one in Canada and no. 9 in the United Kingdom. Its success helped to propel the “Whitesnake ’87” album to multi-platinum status.

The music video for “Here I Go Again ’87,” directed by Marty Callner, features iconic imagery that became synonymous with the song’s success. The video stars actress and model Tawny Kitaen, who was married to Whitesnake’s David Coverdale from 1989 to 1991. She performs suggestive dances and gymnastic moves on the hoods of two Jaguar cars. Kitaen’s performance, combined with Coverdale’s charismatic presence, contributed to the video’s heavy rotation on MTV and its iconic status in 1980s rock culture.

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