Bill Medley, Jennifer Warnes - (i've Had) The Time Of My Life (official Hd Video) May 2026

Medley’s gritty bass-baritone provides a grounded contrast to Warnes' clear, emotional delivery.

The mix blends soft rock, pop, and soul with quintessential "big '80s" energy.

by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes is an evergreen power ballad that defined the 1980s. Released in 1987 as the theme for Dirty Dancing , it transformed from a "cheaply made" movie track into a global phenomenon. Performance Review

The Official HD Video effectively intercuts recording studio footage with iconic movie moments, including "the lift".

It masterfully uses a slow-burning intro that builds into a euphoric climax.