Looking Out for Number One (Laura Branigan song)

"Looking Out for Number One" is a song recorded by American singer Laura Branigan. It was released in 1983 as the fourth and final single from her debut studio album, Branigan (1982).

The song, written by Franne Golde, Tom Whitlock, and Dennis Backer, is an upbeat, pop-rock number that encourages self-reliance and prioritizing one's own well-being. The lyrics focus on the idea of putting oneself first and not relying on others for happiness or success.

While "Looking Out for Number One" wasn't as commercially successful as some of Branigan's other singles like "Gloria" or "Self Control," it remains a popular deep cut among fans and showcases the more rock-oriented side of her vocal abilities. The song was included on various Laura Branigan compilation albums released after her death. It did not chart significantly in the United States or other major international markets.