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John Charles Waite, born on July 4, 1955, in Lancaster, Lancashire, England, is a rock singer. Waite has been a solo artist for most of his career but was first known as lead singer of The Babys a group which had moderate chart success but enjoyed a solid following for their concert tours. Shortly after the release of the Babys’ fifth album “On the Edge” in October 1980 the group broke up.

Waite launched his solo career with his 1982 album titled Ignition, which produced the hit single “Change” written by Holly Knight and included on the Vision Quest soundtrack. His next album, No Brakes, made him an international star. This album included the smash hit “Missing You,” which went to No.1 on the American charts. There finally seemed to be mass recognition for a singer who, certainly for those familiar with his work, was underestimated and underpromoted.

“If Anybody Had a Heart” from the soundtrack of About Last Night starring Demi Moore showcases Waite’s voice along with “Deal for Life” written by Martin Page and Bernie Taupin from Days of Thunder. He has also served as the lead singer and bass player of The Babys and as lead singer for Bad English (featuring Journey members Neal Schon and Jonathan Cain, along with future Journey member Deen Castronovo).

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4		When I See You Smile			60
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6		Mr. Wonderful			29
7		Blue Venus			26
8		Missing You (Acoustic)			20
9		I Ain't Missing You			16
10		Downtown			15
11		Keys To Your Heart			14
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