George Michael spent a massive 17,000 pounds extra just to fix a bad hair day in 1984. He was in Miami to film a music video of “Careless Whispers,” but the humidity was too high. His hair got messy, and he said he looked like a famous older singer named Shirley Bassey.
He was so upset about his look that he flew his sister all the way from England to cut his hair.
This shows how much George cared about looking perfect for his fans. He did not mind spending a lot of money or staying longer in the heat to get it right. He wanted every part of the film to be beautiful. This hard work helped the video become one of the most famous things people saw on television during the eighties.
George Michael – The Making of ‘Careless Whisper’ (Vevo Footnotes)
People still watch this today and talk about how much they miss him. One fan said that this is not just a song but a masterpiece that will live forever. Another viewer mentioned that it still gives them goosebumps forty years later. Many people write that George was the most handsome man and a true legend who left us too soon.
George was a perfectionist with his look and his music. He was only seventeen when he wrote the words to the song “careless whispers” while riding a bus. He even made ten different people play the saxophone part before he was happy with the sound.
George Michael – Careless Whisper (Official Video)
The song reached number one in 25 countries thanks to this effort. It tells a sad story about a man who feels guilty for cheating on someone he loves. Even though it is an old song, it has over one billion views online now.
George Michael changed from a young boy in a band to a powerful star whom everyone respected. Follow George Michael on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. You should listen to his other songs to see why he is still a hero to millions.