Released in , "Close to You" is the signature hit by British reggae vocalist Maxi Priest . Serving as the lead single from his fifth album, Bonafide , it became a landmark crossover success that blended reggae with pop and R&B. Chart Performance and Legacy
The track is celebrated for its smooth "reggae fusion" sound. While it retains reggae's rhythmic DNA, it was intentionally produced to appeal to a broader pop audience. Maxi Priest - Close to you (HQ)
: The song peaked at #2 in Australia and #7 in the UK. Released in , "Close to You" is the
: Maxi Priest is one of only two British reggae acts—along with UB40—to have a #1 hit on the American Billboard charts. While it retains reggae's rhythmic DNA, it was
"Close to You" achieved massive international success, most notably in the United States, where it reached on October 6, 1990.
: Reflecting its heavy R&B influence, it also reached #2 on the US Billboard R&B chart. Musical Style and Production