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Which artist's 1988 one-hit wonder 'Look Away' was a power ballad from the album 'Look Away'?
Answer
Chicago
Chicago's 'Look Away' (1988) was the band's last major #1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, representing a shift toward power ballads in the late '80s.
💡 Did you know?
Despite being a legendary band with decades of hits, 'Look Away' remains Chicago's final #1 chart achievement.
Other options people guess
- Meatloaf
- REO Speedwagon
- Bon Jovi
Topics
- One-Hit Wonders
- 1980s
- Power Ballads
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