Debbie Gibson – Foolish Beat
Debbie Gibson – Foolish Beat (1988)
Directed by: Nick Willing
Foolish Beat is a poignant ballad by American singer-songwriter Debbie Gibson, released on April 11, 1988, as the fourth single from her debut album, *Out of the Blue*. Written and produced solely by Gibson at the age of 17, the song showcases her emotive vocals and mature songwriting. The accompanying music video, directed by Nick Willing, features Gibson portraying a young performer reflecting on a past relationship, with scenes set in New York City, including the South Street Seaport. The single achieved significant commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 on June 25, 1988, making Gibson the youngest artist to write, produce, and perform a chart-topping single entirely on her own. The song also charted within the top ten in several countries, including the UK, Canada, and Ireland.
