Diana Ross - Upside Down
- Artist Diana Ross
- Title Upside Down
- Label Motown
- Catalogue No TMG 1195
- Format 7''
- Genre Disco JazzFunk
- Media Condition Very Good Plus (VG+)
- Sleeve Condition Generic
Year Released: 1980
Genre: Disco, Pop, Funk, R&B.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: "Upside Down" is an iconic, groundbreaking dance-pop anthem by the legendary American singer Diana Ross. Released in 1980 from her hugely successful self-titled album Diana, the song marked a significant artistic and commercial turning point for Ross and became a massive global hit, topping charts worldwide. Produced by Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards of Chic, the track features their signature minimalist yet incredibly infectious disco-funk groove: a prominent, funky bassline, tight, sparse guitar riffs, and a driving beat. Ross's vocals are liberated and confident, perfectly matching the song's empowering lyrics about taking control in a relationship. "Upside Down" is celebrated for its stripped-down yet sophisticated sound, which helped redefine disco for the new decade and significantly influenced subsequent R&B and pop music.
