Bonnie Tyler – If You Were a Woman (And I Was a Man)
Bonnie Tyler – If You Were a Woman (And I Was a Man) (1986)
Directed by: Jim Steinman Stuart Orme, Ruth Orme
If You Were a Woman (And I Was a Man) is a 1986 single by Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, featured on her sixth studio album, *Secret Dreams and Forbidden Fire*. Written by Desmond Child and produced by Jim Steinman, the song explores themes of gender roles and equality, blending rock and pop elements. The accompanying music video, co-directed by Jim Steinman and Stuart Orme, presents a dystopian narrative set in a nightclub called “The Dive,” featuring surreal imagery and strong feminine symbolism. The video opens with a monologue by an older version of Tyler, reflecting on her youth as a singer in the club. The single achieved moderate success, peaking at number 6 in France and charting in several other countries.
