Supplied note - not independently verified
The song was written about a manipulative ex-boyfriend and the realization of his true nature.
View background statusPaula Abdul
8 catalog entries, grouped by year.
About Paula Abdul
Paula Abdul's career connects dance, choreography, singing and television. After performing with the Los Angeles Lakers cheerleading squad, she choreographed for artists including Janet Jackson. Her Virgin Records debut Forever Your Girl included Straight Up and Opposites Attract, followed by Spellbound and Rush Rush. In 2002 she became a judge on American Idol, adding a prominent television role to her recording and dance work.
Artist background sources
Paula Abdul - official biography
Dance and choreography background, Janet Jackson work, Virgin debut and follow-up repertoire, and 2002 American Idol role. Inconsistent award totals and tour dates are omitted. | Retrieved 2026-10-17
Profile reviewed: 2026-10-17. Artist background does not establish a song's creative origin or release date.
1989
Forever Your Girl
Paula AbdulReported release: 1988Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #30Supplied note - not independently verified
The title track of Abdul's debut album, inspired by her transition from choreographer to pop star.
View background statusStraight Up
Paula AbdulReported release: 1988Date needs verification | Recent carryover
Source year-end #4Supplied note - not independently verified
The song was written by Elliot Wolff and was inspired by the desire to create a catchy dance-pop track.
View background status1990
(It's Just) The Way That You Love Me
Paula AbdulRelease year not establishedDate review open
Source year-end #86Artist background available
Paula Abdul's career connects dance, choreography, singing and television. After performing with the Los Angeles Lakers cheerleading squad, she choreographed for artists including Janet Jackson. Her Virgin Records...
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Paula Abdul's career connects dance, choreography, singing and television. After performing with the Los Angeles Lakers cheerleading squad, she choreographed for artists including Janet Jackson. Her Virgin Records...
View background status1991
Supplied note - not independently verified
Abdul's desire to showcase her vocal abilities
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Optimism for the future
View background status1992
Blowing Kisses in the Wind
Paula AbdulRelease year not establishedDate review open
Source year-end #73Artist background available
Paula Abdul's career connects dance, choreography, singing and television. After performing with the Los Angeles Lakers cheerleading squad, she choreographed for artists including Janet Jackson. Her Virgin Records...
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