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Dirty Dancing (Original Soundtrack)

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description Dirty Dancing (Original Soundtrack) Overview

The 1987 soundtrack to the romantic drama Dirty Dancing features various artists performing a mix of 1960s-era classics and newly recorded songs. "(I've Had) The Time of My Life," performed by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes, won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The album spent 18 weeks at number one on the Billboard 200 and includes Eric Carmen's "Hungry Eyes."

help Dirty Dancing (Original Soundtrack) FAQ

What song won an Academy Award from the Dirty Dancing soundtrack?

"(I've Had) The Time of My Life," performed by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes, won the Academy Award for Best Original Song. It is the best-known song from the 1987 soundtrack.

What kind of music is on the Dirty Dancing soundtrack?

The album mixes 1960s-era songs with newly recorded material made for the film. That combination supports the movie's Catskills resort setting and its dance-centered story.

Which film does this soundtrack accompany?

It accompanies the 1987 romantic drama Dirty Dancing, starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey. The story follows Frances "Baby" Houseman during a summer at a resort.

Is "Hungry Eyes" on the Dirty Dancing soundtrack?

Yes. Eric Carmen's "Hungry Eyes" is one of the prominent songs associated with the album and film.

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