Heart of Stone (Taylor Dayne song)

Heart of Stone is a song by American singer Taylor Dayne, released in 1989 as the third single from her second studio album, Can't Fight Fate. It reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart. The song showcases Dayne's powerful vocals and features a driving beat characteristic of late 1980s dance-pop. Lyrically, the song depicts a relationship with a seemingly heartless individual, contrasting the singer's vulnerable emotions with the subject's cold demeanor. The song's success solidified Dayne's status as a prominent artist in the pop music scene of the time. Its music video, featuring Dayne in various stylized settings, further contributed to its popularity. The song remains a staple in Dayne's live performances and is frequently cited by fans as one of her signature tracks. While commercially successful, critical reception varied, with some praising its energy and vocals, while others felt it lacked the originality of her earlier work. The song's lasting impact is evident in its continued inclusion in compilations and its enduring popularity among Dayne's fanbase.