"Give Me the Reason" is a song by American recording artist Luther Vandross, issued as the first single from the album of the same name (1986). The single was a top-five hit on Billboards Hot Black Singles chart. It also reached No. 57 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Critical reception In review of "Give Me the Reason", Karen Swayne from Number One wrote that "it's one of the most seductive sounds you'll ever hear, featuring a voice like melted chocolate caressing a melody so sexy you'll think all your Valentine's Days have come at once."
Music video The single's music video was directed by Andy Morahan. It features Vandross behind a greenscreen, putting himself in certain scenes of the movie Ruthless People.
Charts Chart (1986)PeakpositionLuther Vandross - Singles Chart history.Billboard.comVandross - UK Singles Chart history. Chart Archive UK Singles Chart26U.S. Billboard Hot 10057U.S. Billboard Hot R&B Singles3
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