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: Filmed at TopPop Studios for AVRO Broadcast, the performance showcases Sayer's distinctive style and "squeaky clean" image that made him an AM radio icon during the late 70s.

Leo Sayer ’s performance of "" on the Dutch music television show TopPop in 1977 captures the peak of his international success. The video features Sayer delivering his signature emotive vocals for the hit ballad, which became a global chart-topper. Performance and Production Highlights leo_sayer_when_i_need_you_toppop

: Reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 on May 14, 1977. : Filmed at TopPop Studios for AVRO Broadcast,

: Reached #1 on the UK Singles Chart in February 1977. Performance and Production Highlights : Reached #1 on

: While the TopPop video is a solo performance, the original track was produced by Richard Perry and featured legendary session musicians including Jeff Porcaro of Toto on drums and Michael Omartian on electric piano.

: The song was written by Albert Hammond and Carole Bayer Sager. Interestingly, the melody faced a legal challenge from Leonard Cohen , who noted its striking similarity to his song "Famous Blue Raincoat". Chart Success (1977)