Simply Irresistible

She's unavoidable! Feel the power of Robert Palmer's driving 1988 rock hit, "Simply Irresistible." A standout track from his Heavy Nova album, this song grabs you with its heavy guitar riff, pounding beat, and Palmer's signature cool vocal delivery.

Released as the lead single from the successful album Heavy Nova, "Simply Irresistible" became another major international hit for Robert Palmer. Its powerful rock sound, featuring distorted guitars layered over a driving rhythm, dominated rock radio airwaves and climbed high on the pop charts.

This energetic 1988 rock anthem, accompanied by another iconic music video echoing "Addicted to Love," showcased Palmer's unique blend of rock energy and sophisticated style. "Simply Irresistible," with its confident swagger and unforgettable hook, remains a defining hit of his late 80s output.

SONG MEANING: The song describes the overwhelming, captivating power of an attractive woman who the singer finds impossible to resist ("She's unavoidable / I'm backed against the wall"). The lyrics convey a sense of being completely smitten and almost powerless against her intense allure ("Simply irresistible").