Barbara Tucker Reveals How the House Anthem "Beautiful People" Was Made

It’s been 30 years since the release of “Beautiful People”, one of the most beloved vocal house hits of all time. Featured on the iconic Strictly Rhythm album, this track remains a timeless classic. 

Barbara Tucker, the incredible voice behind the song, recently shared the story of how this anthem came to life.

The song was written by Barbara Tucker, India, and Lem Springsteen, and produced by the legendary duo Louie Vega and Kenny Dope. Interestingly, Vega also used a vocal loop from the track for his project Hardrive, which later became the famous “Deep Inside” in 1993.

In an interview, Tucker shared how she first met “Little Louie” Vega in New York during the 1980s. 

She spoke about the inspiration behind the uplifting lyrics of “Beautiful People” and shared fun behind-the-scenes stories about filming for Top of the Pops and the music videos.

The history of electronic music is filled with unforgettable classics, and “Beautiful People” is one of those songs that brings people together on the dance floor, no matter where they are. As part of its Making Of A Dance Classic series, DJ Mag dives deep into the stories behind the world’s favorite tracks, told by the artists who created them.

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