"Heartbeat" by Gary Wright

Gary Wright is a soft rock artist who helped pioneer the use of the synthesizer in rock music, propelling his dreamy songs onto the charts. His two biggest both hit #2 in 1976: "Dream Weaver" and "Love Is Alive."

Wright had difficulty repeating his Top 40 success until 1981 when "Really Wanna Know You" reached #16. That song became his final chart entry. Wright then shifted more into soundtrack work and world music. For example, check out "Hold On To Your Vision" from the Cobra soundtrack.

"Heartbeat" was the second single from his 1981 album, "The Right Place." It bubbled under, and I am surprised this catchy upbeat number didn't fare better. It may also be one of the first videos to feature the keytar?