Daryl Hall & John Oates – Maneater
Daryl Hall & John Oates – Maneater (1982)
Directed by: Mick Haggerty C.D. Taylor
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Daryl Hall & John Oates’ “Maneater,” released on October 4, 1982, is a standout track from their eleventh studio album, *H2O*. This song blends pop and rock elements, creating a captivating narrative about a seductive and dangerous woman. The track achieved significant commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart on December 18, 1982, and maintaining that position for four weeks. The accompanying music video, directed by Mick Haggerty and C.D. Taylor, features the duo performing alongside a mysterious woman and a black jaguar, symbolizing the song’s themes of allure and danger.