Sam Brown, born in London in 1964, is a British singer, songwriter, and musician best known for her powerful, soulful voice and her 1989 international hit “Stop!”.
The daughter of musicians Joe and Vicki Brown, she grew up immersed in music and developed a versatile career spanning pop, rock, and jazz. Her debut album Stop! earned critical acclaim and commercial success, establishing her as one of the most distinctive vocalists of the late 1980s. Over the years, Brown has released a series of well-regarded albums, collaborated with artists including Pink Floyd, George Harrison, and Jools Holland, and built a reputation as both a dynamic performer and accomplished vocal coach. Despite health challenges that affected her singing voice in the 2000s, she has remained an influential figure in British music, admired for her artistry, resilience, and lasting contributions to the pop and rock landscape.
Sam Brown’s 1988 single “Stop!” is a powerhouse ballad that cemented her place in pop history. With its soaring vocals, heartfelt delivery, and soulful arrangement, the song struck a chord with listeners worldwide, climbing charts across Europe and reaching the UK Top 5. Taken from her debut album of the same name, “Stop!” showcased Brown’s incredible vocal range and emotional depth, setting her apart from many of her contemporaries.
Decades later, it remains her signature track — a timeless anthem of passion and vulnerability that continues to resonate with new audiences.
The song peaked at No. 04 in the UK charts on 4th March 1989.
| A-Side | Stop! (3:58) (Sutton, Sam Brown, Bennett Brody) Produced By Pete Brown & Sam Brown |
| B-Side | Blue Soul (3:50) (Sam Brown) Produced By Pete Brown & Sam Brown |
| Genre | Electronic, Pop, Ballad |
| Release Date | 2nd May 1988 |
| Label | A & M RECORDS |
| Catalogue Number | AM 440 |
| Date Of UK Top 40 Entry | 5th February 1989 |
| Highest Chart Position | No. 04 |
| Weeks In UK Top 40 | 09 |
| UK Top 40 Chart Run [9 weeks] – 5th February 1989 – 8th April 1989 |
| 37-17-5-[4]-4-5-9-12-26 |
Officially Released Versions
Stop! [Single Version] [3:58]
Stop! [Full Length Version] [4:55]
Versions On Spotify
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Lyrics
All that I have is all that you’ve given me
Did you ever worry that I’d come to depend on you
I gave you all the love I had in me
Now I find you’ve lied and I can’t believe it’s true
Wrapped in her arms I see you across the street
And I can’t help but wonder if she knows what’s going on
You talk of love but you don’t know how it feels
When you realize that you’re not the only one
Oh you’d better stop before you tear me all apart
You’d better stop before you go and break my heart
Ooh you’d better stop
Time after time I’ve tried to walk away
But it’s not that easy when your soul is torn in two
So I just resign myself to it every day
Now all I can do is to leave it up to you
Oh you’d better stop before you tear me all apart
You’d better stop before you go and break my heart
Ooh you’d better stop
Stop if love me
(you will remember)
Now’s the time to be sorry
(that day forever)
I won’t believe that you’d walk out on me
Oh you’d better stop before you tear me all apart
You’d better stop before you go and break my heart
Ooh you’d better stop
Written By Gregg W. Sutton, Samantha Brown, Bruce Bennett Brody
