Human Racing

The song Human Racing by Nik Kershaw stands out for its vibrant energy and its characteristic synth-pop sound, which captures the essence of the 1980s. With a duration of 4:26, this track is an invitation to reflect on life and the human career, wrapped in an infectious rhythm. It is interesting to note that this song is the main track of his debut album, also titled Human Racing, released in September 1984. Despite being the fourth single from the album, it managed to reach position 19 on the UK Singles Chart, staying in the ranking for seven weeks.

The composition of Human Racing is entirely the work of Kershaw, who also handled the arrangements. The production was overseen by Peter Collins, with recording engineer Roger Howorth and mixing by Julian Mendelsohn. Interestingly, an earlier version of this song, titled Look Behind You, was part of the album Till I Hear from You by the band Fusion, where Kershaw was the lead vocalist and guitarist. This context shows the evolution of his style and how his music has matured over time. Human Racing is not only a reflection of his talent but also a testament to an era when pop music sought new forms of expression.