Livin' for the Weekend (Dina Carroll song) explained

"Livin' for the Weekend" is a song by English singer Dina Carroll, from her second studio album, Only Human (1996). It was co-produced by Nigel Lowis and David Morales.^{[1] [2] [3]} The record was a dance club hit in the UK.^{[4] [5]}

In 1998, the song was remixed by Canny and released as a single in Europe, a music video was also produced. In the UK, this version was included on the release of the single "One, two, three". It achieved moderate success in the charts and reached #80 in France.

Critical reception

The single received mixed reviews in Europe. Jon O'Brien from AllMusic described it as "Black Box-esque".^[6] Portugal's Manchete commented that Carroll failed to distinguish herself from Mariah Carey even in "Livin' for the Weekend".^[7] Vikki Tobak for Vibe wrote that the song and "Mind Body & Soul" are "dance-floor sure shots that complement Dina's smooth, textured vocals."^[8]

Notes and References

1. Kwaku. November 9, 1996. Dina Carroll Confirms Soul Diva Status on Sophomore Set. Billboard. 108. 45. 8. November 21, 2013.
2. Vikki. Tobak. June–July 1997. Revolutions – Dina Carroll: Only Human. Vibe. 5. 5. 169. November 21, 2013.
3. Larry. Flick. July 19, 1997. Dance Trax – Carmen and Yolanda: Newcomers with Talent to Burn. Billboard. 109. 29. 29. November 21, 2013.
4. Paul. Sexton. July 24, 1999. Manifesto's Dina Carroll Sheds AC Image for Diva Territory. Billboard. 111. 30. 39. November 21, 2013.
5. Book: Graham. Betts. Collins Complete UK Hit Singles 1952-2004. Collins. September 2, 2004. 1012. 0007179316.
6. Web site: Jon . O'Brien . Dina Carroll – The Very Best of Dina Carroll . . November 9, 2020 .
7. Book: Manchete, Issues 2343-2351. Block Editores. 1997. 69.
8. Dina Carroll - Only Human. Vibe. June 1, 1997. March 2, 2020.