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"Confide in Me"
A black-and-white, and motion-blurred image of a woman's (Kylie Minogue) eyes. The song title and woman's name is superimposed on the image.
Single by Kylie Minogue
from the album Kylie Minogue
B-side
Released29 August 1994 (1994-08-29)
Studio
Genre
Length
  • 5:54
  • 4:26 (radio mix)
Label
Songwriters
ProducerBrothers in Rhythm
Kylie Minogue singles chronology
"Celebration"
(1992) 		"Confide in Me"
(1994) 		"Put Yourself in My Place"
(1994)
Music video
"Confide in Me" on YouTube

Music video
"Confide in Me" in opera-style, live From 2025 Tension Tour. on YouTube

"Confide in Me" is a song by Australian singer Kylie Minogue from her self-titled fifth studio album (1994). It was released as the album's lead single on 29 August 1994 by Deconstruction, Imago, and Mushroom Records. The track was written by Steve Anderson, Dave Seaman, and Owain Barton, whilst production was handled by British trio Brothers in Rhythm. It was recorded in London, United Kingdom at DMC and Sarm West Studios. Musically, it is a pop song that incorporates elements of indie music, dance-pop, trip hop, and Middle Eastern instrumentation such as strings and percussion, whilst the lyrical content talks about Minogue's earnest of seduction and manipulating people to confide into her.

Upon its release, "Confide in Me" received universal acclaim from music critics. Several critics selected the track as a standout from many of her records and compilation, whilst individual reviews commended Minogue's vocals, the production and influence of Middle Eastern elements. The track received nominations at some award ceremonies, along with being listed on critic's year-end lists. Commercially, the track experienced success in regions like Australia, United Kingdom, Scotland, Ireland, France, and New Zealand. It also became Minogue's only charting single in the US during the 1990s period, having peaked at 39 on the US Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.

An accompanying music video was directed by Paul Boyd in Los Angeles, California during July 1994; it featured six different videos of Minogue in a commercial to help the audience confide their numerous problems to each character. The song has been performed on several of Minogue's concerts, and most recently on her 2025 Tension tour in an opera-style version. "Confide in Me" was nominated in the category for Best Single at the 1995 Smash Hits Awards.[1] It has been noted by critics and publications as one of the most iconic and innovative singles from the 1990s era, and Minogue's singles history, and has been recognised by authors as an important period of Minogue's career and musical "re-inventions". Alongside this, it has been sampled and covered by musicians, and used in several media.

Background and production

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"'Confide in Me' without a shadow of a doubt is the best Kylie track we were involved with. It's the thing I am most proud of professionally – the whole process from start to finish. It's the track that really sort of took her to the next level."

—Producers Brothers in Rhythm commenting on the song's production.[2]

After Minogue's previous single release, her cover version of the Kool and the Gang's track "Celebration" with the record label PWL, she left them and signed a contract to United Kingdom dance label Deconstruction Records in 1993.[2][3][4] During her time with PWL, she felt that her producers, the British trio Stock Aitken Waterman was treating her "very much [like] a puppet in the beginning. I was blinkered by my record company. I was unable to look left or right".[5] "Confide in Me" was written by Steve Anderson, Dave Seaman, and Owain Barton, whilst production was handled by British trio Brothers in Rhythm, whom the former two writers are members of.[6]

According to British author Sean Smith, who wrote a biography detailing Minogue's career, Brothers in Rhythm had developed a demo version of the song in just under an hour, and Minogue has been travelling to her Chelsea, London home. Minogue was contacted by the members of Brothers in Rhythm to record the track, so she went to their homebase to record the track in one take.[2] Seaman was surprised with the development process, stating to Smith; "It just all kind of flowed out and slotted into place, which is usually the case with the good stuff".[2] Anderson was impressed with the demo that he decided to use it as the final recording; he commented "Obviously, there were embellishments to it and we spent a lot of time on the whole production, but it was still the original one that we were using".[2] However, some additional vocals by Minogue were recorded at DMC and Sarm West Studios in London, United Kingdom, and was mixed in the same locations by Niall Flynn and Paul West.[6]

Composition

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Brothers in Rhythm were "well aware" of a crossover dynamic between pop and dance music at the time, noting that Minogue's vocals and "willingness to experiment with music" made them able to "push the envelope" further.[4] Brothers in Rhythm composed the track, and is a pop song that incorporates elements of indie music, dance-pop, and Middle Eastern instrumentation such as strings and percussion.[6][7][8] The opening part of the track, which lasts 50 seconds, were from the original demo of the track, and features an orchestral arrangement from musician Will Malone and a piano section by Anderson, which was performed using a Bösendorfer.[7] The opening section also features a violin solo by Gavyn Wright, where Anderson and Wright commented that the inclusion was merely an "improvisation" to further help the record's sound.[7] During the song's opening and bridge section, a gated didgeridoo is played by Anderson.[7]

'Confide in Me'
A 27-second sample of "Confide in Me" containing instrumentation and the first verse. The song was noted by several critics for its instrumentation and Middle Eastern music influences.[2][7]
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According to Jason Lipshutz, writing for the American magazine Billboard, "'Confide in Me' continued Minogue on her path away from simplistic pop atop a swath of strings and Middle Eastern influences".[8] Jude Rogers from The Guardian gave it a similar review, "before it pivots off the hook of an early-80s cult classic (the melody of Jane and Barton's 'It's a Fine Day', already revisited a few years earlier on Opus III's rave-era hit)".[9] She also noted that the track samples from the 1974 Jimmy Smith jazz cover of Barry White's "I'm Gonna Love You Just a Little More Baby".[9] Similarly, Nick Levine from Digital Spy labelled it "Middle Eastern pop", with elements of "string-swathed dance-pop".[10] Larry Flick labelled the sound as "atmosphere", and believed it was influenced by downtempo music,[11] while AllMusic's Tim Sendra described it as a "dramatic trip hop ballad".[12]

Lyrically, the content talks about Minogue's earnest of seduction and manipulating people to confide into her.[2] The message in the lyrics is that it is she who manipulates the situation between her and someone by saying "I can keep a secret/and throw away the key"; it also represents the respect as the "power remains hers".[4] It later explains that, in the bridge part where she sings "Stick or twist/The choice is yours", she teasers her lover that they hold the key to power.[4] According to William Baker, whom had written a biography with Minogue detailing her career and life, he says that the song "symbolizes internal power struggle that rages beneath her [Kylie's] surface" as he continues "she is both puppet and puppet master".[4]

Release

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"Confide in Me" was released as the album's lead single on 29 August 1994 and was her first single to be distributed by Deconstruction; Imago and Mushroom also released it as a CD single, cassette tape and 12-inch and 7-inch vinyl.[13][14] Two CD sets were released in the UK and Australia; the first CD featured the master mix, plus two remixes of the track, whilst the second CD featured the extended mix and two B-sides titled "Nothing Can Stop Us", originally by Saint Etienne, and "If You Don't Love Me", originally by Prefab Sprout.[14][15] The European CD single featured the master mix and The Truth remix, whilst the US maxi CD included the radio edit, plus two remixes of the song and a remix of her song "Where Has the Love Gone?".[16][17] Two vinyl sets were published in the UK and US, and the UK and Australia; the first featured the master mix and two remixes, whilst the latter spawned three remixes of "Confide in Me" and two remixes of "Where Has the Love Gone?".[18][19] Released in the UK, a special 7-inch jukebox vinyl included two remixes, whilst two cassettes were distributed in the US and Australia respectively.[20][21][22] In 2003, to promote Minogue's success with her album's Fever (2001) and Body Language in Asia, a promotional disc with five remixes of the single was issued in Japan and Israel, whilst a limited edition 12-inch vinyl was released in the UK to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the release.[23][24]

Critical response

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Minogue performing "Confide in Me" during the Showgirl: The Homecoming Tour

"Confide in Me" received universal acclaim from music critics.[2] Sean Smith labelled the track a "classic" to Minogue's discography, as similar to how William Baker viewed it.[2][4] Larry Flick from Billboard complimented "the gorgeously atmospheric, downtempo album cut".[25] Nick Levine from Digital Spy selected it as the standout, and commented "How can we plump for anything other than 'Confide in Me'? Fifteen years on, this sumptuous, string-swathed dance-pop epic still caresses the ears like a flirty hair stylist."[10] Caroline Sullivan from The Guardian noted that it "has a classical violin overture that unfolds into a snake-charming Eastern melody. Kylie sounds delightfully woebegone."[26] Mike Wass from Idolator wrote that "the Brothers in Rhythm-produced gem was the stepping stone that took her from the glorious pop of 'Better the Devil You Know' to collaborating with Nick Cave on 'Where the Wild Roses Grow'." He added that it was "a vehicle to showcase a then-hugely-underrated voice."[27] Music writer James Masterton deemed it an "exotic, string-laden single".[28] Alan Jones from Music Week gave it five out of five and named it Single of the Week, noting that "a widescreen string-driven shuffle which allows her to deliver a soft and polished vocal."[29]

Johnny Cigarettes from NME wrote, "It trickles in sounding a dead spit for The Associates' "Breakfast". all elegantly weeping violins, then a loose breakbeat kicks in, the guitar from The Doors' "The End" tingles round the edges, and a soaring melancholic chorus finally ties your stomach in a knot." He also felt that it "sounds uncannily like Saint Etienne".[30] Another NME editor, Paul Moody, named it "Kylie's gorgeous Maddie-esque sleaze-out".[31] Quentin Harrison from PopMatters highlighted the track from the parent album, and said "Minogue's international perspective lent her canvas precision, not iciness as witnessed with 'Confide in Me'. The cut played like a lost spy film accompaniment, its grandiose strings and rumbling groove enthralled. 'Confide in Me' let Minogue become the vocalist cynics sneered she'd never be ...".[32] Tim Jeffery from the Record Mirror Dance Update said, "Very Madonna-ish, in fact, even down to the giggly chuckle thrown in occasionally. Huge."[33] Another Record Mirror editor, James Hamilton, deemed it a "Madonna-ishly moaned and muttered Brothers in Rhythm creation".[34] Sylvia Patterson from Smash Hits gave it three out of five, writing, "Gone are the pop stonkers and instead Kylie does our heads in with a husky "epic" featuring Eastern charm and a distinct anxiety attack via Madonna's 'Justify My Love'."[35] British author and critic Adrian Denning enjoyed the track and called it "truly timeless and absolutely wonderful." He declared the track "Arguably still her finest musical moment to this date," and found the production and lyrical delivery "classy".[36] Billboard's Jason Lipshutz wrote of the track:

Deeply flirtatious and as knowingly dramatic as a James Bond theme song, "Confide in Me" continued Minogue on her path away from simplistic pop atop a swath of strings and Middle Eastern influences. The deadpanned bridge -- "Stick or twist, the choice is yours/Hit or miss, what's mine is yours" -- is delivered in a murmur that yearns for a Serious Artiste label.[8]

Chris True at AllMusic described the song as "slicker, more stylish, and less hooky than anything she had previously recorded."[37] He also highlighted the track as one of the album standouts.[38] Similarly, Marc Andrews from DNA Magazine reviewed the remastered vinyl of the parent album and pointed it as the best track on the album.[39] Mike Wass from Idolator said "the Australian diva switched labels and reemerged with a haunting Brothers in Rhythm-produced indie-pop anthem that still seethes and seduces 20 years later."[7] Writing for the Herald Sun, Cameron Adams placed it at number two on his list of the singer's best songs, in honour of her 50th birthday, calling it: "THE one that changed everything – where Kylie became instantly cool [...] a lush, six-minute experimental epic with middle eastern vibes and modern dance beats, it automatically drew a line in the sand to reboot Kylie".[40] Stephen Meade from The Network Forty described it as a "haunting dance-friendly sound".[41] A negative review came from Hot Press editor Craig Fitzsimons; he criticised the "boring" production, saying "'Confide in Me' is exactly what you would expect; a boring, nothingy post-Stock Aiken Waterman piece of dance fluff enlivened only by Kylie's breathy exhortations to 'Stick or twist/The choice is yours/Hit or miss/What's mine is yours'."[42] In the 2002 ITV show 'There's only 1 Kylie' dedicated to her, the tracks writers & producers Steve Anderson, Dave Seaman explained how Confide In Me with its patented Madonna whisper rap and sultry eastern vibes, was inspired by Madonna's Justify My Love & Erotica singles. They wanted to create that same sultry, eastern vibe made infamous by Madonna during that 90's part of her career.

Chart performance

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Minogue singing "Confide in Me" on her Aphrodite: Les Folies Tour, 2011.

Commercially, the track experienced success in regions like Australia, United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Finland, and New Zealand. It debuted at number 31 on the Australian Singles Chart, but went straight to number one the following week, marking it one of the highest jumps for a single in Australian chart history.[43] It became Minogue's first Australian number one single since her 1988 track "Got to Be Certain", and remained at number one for four weeks. It stayed inside the top 10 for nine weeks,[43] and eventually spent a total of 25 weeks in the top 100.[44] It debuted at number two on the UK Singles Chart, having been stalled by Wet Wet Wet's Love is All Around (in its last of 15 weeks at number one), and lasted a total of 14 weeks inside the top 100 chart.[45] It was certified Silver by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) for shipments of 200,000 units, and sold 183,000 units by March 2014.[46][47] The single peaked at number three on the Finnish Singles Chart, but failed to enter the top ten in Ireland, peaking at number 12 during September 1994.[48][49]

In New Zealand, "Confide in Me" debuted and peaked at number 12, which was her first charting single since 1990's "Step Back in Time". It lasted four non-consecutive weeks inside the top 20, and stayed in the chart for nine weeks overall.[50] The song was success on the French Singles Chart, peaking at number ten during its 13th week, and lasted a total charting span of 18 weeks.[51] In Switzerland, it reached number 20 in its third week and lasted 8 weeks inside the top 100 chart.[52] It stayed inside the German Singles Chart for 7 weeks, peaking at number 50, one of Minogue's lowest charting singles in that region.[53] Elsewhere, it reached the top 40 in regions like the Netherlands' Dutch Top 40 chart, Belgium's region of Flanders, and in Sweden.[54][55][56] The song was released by Imago Records in North America, and managed to chart on the US Billboard Dance Club Songs chart at number 39, staying in there for six weeks; this was Minogue's first and only charting single in the US during the 1990s period.[57]

Music video

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The six Minogue stereotypes (one with army-esque material, a rainbow background, drugs, blood splatter, a Love Hearts sweet with the words "Call me" on it, and the final with an egg) was noted by critics as her first re-invention to her "Indie Kylie" image, which later progressed on her 1997 album Impossible Princess.[2][4][7]

An accompanying music video was directed by Paul Boyd in Los Angeles, California during July 1994.[58] According to William Baker, the video "presents Kylie as a kaleidoscope of female stereotypes that at first suggest her to be a plastic commodity. This notion is overturned by the lyrical content that reveals, contrarily, a multi-dimensional character who actually empowers".[4] Minogue had shot the video just before working on the 1994 action-film Street Fighter, which she already had a tight schedule at the time due to promoting the single's release in the US, South East Asia, and in Australia.[2] The video opens with a hand print, with the title underneath saying 'Touch the screen'; it hovers to the right, and six screens are divided into different "stereotypes" of Minogue; one with army-esque material, a rainbow background, drugs, blood splatter, a "love heart" candy with the words "Call me" on it, and the final with an egg.[58]

During the entire video, several title screens appear that feature seductive phrases as similar to an advertisement commercial, including "Call me", "Call now", and a fake phone number for the audience to call; some title screens are written in different languages including French, German, Italian and Spanish.[2][58] As the first verse starts, each individual Minogue clone sings the track in their respective areas. The video ends with all six figures walking off their sets, with the fake phone number at the bottom of the video.[58]

Sean Smith noted that each Kylie was "slightly sinister and contained no cute skipping and jumping".[2] Editors from Out.com highlighted the video amongst some of her best work.[59] In an extended analysis, Bence Illés from Pop-Cultured said "The music videos accompanying the album were also Kylie's most colourful and provocative videos to date. 'Confide in Me' presented Minogue singing in front of six different colourful paintings symbolising murder, war and peace, sexuality, and drug use (as a nod to the 90s clubbing culture). The video also featured the singer as a femme fatale, as well as a cute girl, reminiscent to her career beginnings."[60] Lewis Corner from Digital Spy listed it as one of Minogue's most surprising transformations, and also on a similar list by Simon Duke at Chronicle Live.[61][62] The video placed third in the vote for Best Video at the 1994 Smash Hits Poll Winners Party.[62]

Live performances

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Minogue performing the song during the Golden Tour (2018–19).

As part of both single and album promotion, Minogue performed "Confide in Me" on some TV shows such as Hey Hey It's Saturday in Australia and Top of the Pops in the United Kingdom.[63] "Confide in Me" has been performed on several concert tours by Minogue. It was first performed on her 1998 Intimate and Live tour, where it appeared in the fifth section.[64] It was also performed in her fifth segment of the On a Night Like This Tour, following a performance of "Butterfly".[65] The song was included in the Streetstyle section of her KylieFever2002 tour, where Minogue portrayed a police officer who, throughout this section, mixes with the kids on the street.[66] The song was included on the 2005 Showgirl: The Greatest Hits Tour, during which a male dancer in eveningwear pursues the singer through gas-lit streets, until the pair engage in a ballroom dancing.[67] Minogue was unable to complete the tour as she was diagnosed with early breast cancer and had to cancel the Australian leg of the tour.[68] After undergoing treatment and recovery, she resumed the concert tour in the form of Showgirl: The Homecoming Tour in 2006, and "Confide in Me" was again added to the set list, with dancers manipulating her like a puppet during the performance.[69]

Minogue included "Confide in Me" on the setlist of her 2009 For You, for Me tour, which was her first time touring in North America.[70] As part of Aphrodite album promotion in 2010, Minogue performed a concert for BBC Radio 2 Acoustic Live Sessions, in which she sang an acoustic version of "Confide in Me", accompanied by a full orchestra band.[71] The song was performed again on the 2011 Aphrodite: Les Folies Tour, where it opened the fifth section; Minogue wears a "Bacofoil ball gown" to perform the song.[72] At the London stop of Hurts's Happiness Tour, on 4 November 2011, Minogue joined duo band to perform a duet of "Confide in Me".[73] On the Kiss Me Once Tour in 2014, an a cappella portion of the song was performed on selected concerts, during the fan request moment.[74] Minogue performed "Confide in Me" on A Kylie Christmas concert series in 2016, on act two, between "Come into My World" and "The One", performed as a duet with musician John Grant.[75] The song was also included on the Golden Tour (2018–19); dressed in a white suit, Minogue performed an acoustic guitar-driven version of the song, which was described as "brooding" and "yearning" by some critics.[76][77] Writing for News.com.au, Nick Bond felt the singer "somehow managed to ratchet up the song's drama more than previously possible".[76] It was also included on the setlist of the Summer 2019 tour, being performed with Minogue stood with her dancers collapsed around her feet, "looking like Delacroix's Liberty Leading the People" according to NME's Dan Stubbs.[78]

Other uses and appearances

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"Confide in Me" has been sampled and covered by several different musicians since its release. British rock band The Sisters of Mercy played a cover version of the song during their 1997 tour. Croatian rock band Analena covered the single, and their version appeared as a B-side to their single "Arhythmetics" in 2000.[79] Similarly, a cover version by Australian artist Ben Lee appeared on his extended play The Dirty Little Secrets in 2002 and the b-side to his single "Something Borrowed, Something Blue".[80] In 2006, another cover was added to Angtoria's album God Has a Plan for Us All, whilst British singer Nerina Pallot recorded her version for her single "Sophia".[81][82] British duo Hurts performed a live version of the song, whilst Australian bands The Cat Empire and Tame Impala recorded their versions as stand-alone recordings.[83][84]

British rapper Example sampled the track for his own song "No Sleep for the Wicked", whilst Australian artist Missy Higgins recorded it for her fourth studio album Oz (2014).[85][86] The single was performed on the Australia Broadway show Priscilla, Queen of the Desert in 2007.[87] "Confide in Me" has appeared on numerous greatest hits compilation albums conducted by Minogue, including the titular compilation album (2001), Ultimate Kylie (2004), The Best of Kylie Minogue (2012) and Step Back in Time: The Definitive Collection (2019).[88][89] Some compilations, such as Ultimate Kylie and The Best of Kylie Minogue (2012) feature altered versions of the single, whilst the Phillip Damien Mix has appeared on her remix album Essential Mixes (2010).[90][91] However, the compilation albums Confide in Me: The Irresistible Kylie (2007) and Confide in Me (2016 edition) are exactly the same album releases but distributed in two different years, meaning "Confide in Me" has been used in two same album releases.[92] In 2018, a cover of the song was used throughout the marketing for the Foxtel miniseries, Picnic at Hanging Rock.

Version Compilation album Type Ref.
"Confide in Me" (Master mix) Hits+ Greatest Hits [93]
Confide in Me [88]
3 Originals Box set [94]
Artist Collection Greatest Hits [95]
Greatest Hits: 87–99 [96]
Confide in Me: The Irresistible Kylie [97]
Kylie Minogue / Impossible Princess Box set [98]
K25 Time Capsule [99]
Confide in Me (2016 edition) Greatest hits [92]
"Confide in Me" (Radio mix) Ultimate Kylie [89]
The Best of Kylie Minogue [90]
Step Back in Time: The Definitive Collection [100]
"Confide in Me" (Phillip Damien Mix) Essential Mixes Remix album [91]

Legacy

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Minogue performing "Confide in Me" in an opera-style version during her 2025 Tension Tour.

Since its release, "Confide in Me" has been noted by critics and publications as one of the most iconic and innovative singles from the 1990s era, and Minogue's singles history, and has been recognised by authors as an important period of Minogue's career and musical "re-inventions".[2][4] According to Lee Barron, who wrote the book Social Theory in Popular Culture, the image of the music video was an example and opening of "Indie Kylie"; an image that later progressed through the work of her 1997 album Impossible Princess.[101] Jude Rogers from The Guardian listed the track on her "10 of the Best Kylie Minogue Songs" in June 2016; Rogers complimented the production and said "The effect is utterly mesmerising, and Kylie is in total control from the off, telling you she "can keep a secret / And throw away the key". Later she turns the middle eight into a particularly pervy-sounding card game ("Stick or twist / The choice is yours"), and also plays with the idea of her fame ("Hit or miss / The choice is yours")." She also said the track was her "greatest, strangest hit".[9] Brittany Porter from AXS.com listed the lyric "'I stand in the distance/I I view from afar/Should I offer some assistance/Should it matter who you are?'" as some of her best lyrical performances to date.[102]

Nick Levine from Digital Spy labelled it one of her most standout singles to date.[10] Louis Virtel, writing for the website NewNowNext.com, hosted by Logo TV, listed it as her third best track from 48 selected songs; he compared it to the work of Irish singer Sinéad O'Connor and said "Demanding intimacy is a Kylie strong suit, and her performance on this gently prodding, yet desperately longing track is so lovely and vulnerable ... Kylie's comfort in provocatively challenging a lover to be more honest is one of her greatest audio moments."[103] Jason Lipshutz from Billboard listed it amongst nine other tracks on his "Kylie Minogue Primer: The Top 10 Past Hits You Need To Know" list.[8] Zac Bayly from Oyster Magazine called it his favourite Minogue track.[104] Stephen from Homorazzi.com listed it at number 7 on his "Top 10's: Top 10 Kylie Songs of All Time", stating "'Confide in Me' actually grew on me as time wore on. My first exposure to it was in her Greatest Hits album and it wasn't a track I paid much attention to, but in time it's grown into one of my favourites."[105] On the American website AllMusic, it has been selected as a highlight numerous times from her albums: Confide in Me,[106] Hits+,[107] Greatest Hits 87–97,[108] and Greatest Hits 87–99.[109]

Track listings

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Note: The Phillip Damien mixes were released exclusively in the US for promotional purposes only. The "Bass Change Mix" was later added to the commercial release of Put Yourself in My Place under the name "Phillip Damien Mix". Otherwise, they are identical.

Credits and personnel

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Credits adapted from the CD liner notes of Kylie Minogue:[6]

Recording

  • Partially recorded at Minogue's home in Chelsea, London.
  • Recorded and mixed at DMC and Sarm West Studios in London, England, 1994.

Personnel

Charts

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Certifications and sales

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Region Certification Certified units/sales
Australia (ARIA)[123] Platinum 70,000^
United Kingdom (BPI)[46] Silver 209,000[126]

^ Shipments figures based on certification alone.

See also

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References

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"Confide in Me" is a by Australian singer Kylie Minogue, serving as the lead single from her self-titled fifth studio album, released in 1994. Written by Steve Anderson, , and Owain Barton and produced by the electronic music duo —consisting of Steve Anderson and —the track blends , , and Middle Eastern influences, representing a pivotal evolution in Minogue's sound from her earlier bubblegum pop era to a more mature and experimental style. Issued on 29 August 1994 through in the UK and associated labels internationally, the single marked Minogue's debut with her new record label following her departure from PWL. It achieved significant commercial success, topping the Australian Singles Chart for four consecutive weeks and becoming her first number-one single in since "" in 1988. In the , "Confide in Me" debuted and peaked at number two on the Official Singles Chart, held off the top spot by Wet Wet Wet's "," and remained in the top 100 for 14 weeks. The song also charted moderately in other regions, including a peak of number one in , a top ten placement in , and number 39 on the US chart. Critically, "Confide in Me" was met with widespread upon release, with reviewers highlighting its sophisticated production, atmospheric , and Minogue's confident vocal delivery as evidence of her artistic growth. Often cited as a standout track in her discography, it is regarded as a career-defining moment that helped reestablish Minogue's credibility beyond her Stock Aitken Waterman-produced hits and influenced her subsequent shift toward indie and electronic explorations. The accompanying , directed by Paul Boyd, features Minogue in a surreal, dreamlike influenced by Madonna's "" and "" videos, emphasizing the song's enigmatic themes of trust and vulnerability.

Background and development

Writing and inspiration

"Confide in Me" was written by Steve Anderson, , and Owain Barton, who released the track under their collective pseudonym . The song emerged as part of Minogue's transition to following her 1992 departure from PWL, where she had sought greater artistic autonomy after years under the restrictive production style of Stock Aitken Waterman. An initial demo was developed in late 1993 at DMC Studios in , aligning with Minogue's push for creative involvement in her material. The writing process drew from the burgeoning and indie music scenes, with influences from acts like and Portishead shaping its atmospheric, sophisticated vibe as a deliberate rebranding from Minogue's earlier bubblegum pop image. In London-based sessions, Minogue actively contributed ideas to the track alongside Anderson and Seaman, infusing it with themes of emotional vulnerability and intimate confession to reflect her evolving artistic voice. This collaborative approach marked a pivotal step in her self-titled album's production, prioritizing depth over commercial formula.

Recording and production

The recording of "Confide in Me" spanned late 1993 to mid-1994, with pre-production and initial vocal tracking at DMC Studios in , where developed the track's core elements, and final recording and mixing completed at Sarm West Studios in . Production was led by the British production team , comprising Steve Anderson and , who handled arrangement, instrumentation, and overall sound design. Mixing was overseen by the team at Sarm West, with engineering by Paul West III and assistance from Niall Flynn, ensuring a polished, atmospheric finish. Although associated collaborators like Pete Heller contributed to broader album efforts, the core mix for "Confide in Me" remained under 's direction. Key technical decisions shaped the song's distinctive trip hop-influenced sound, including programmed drum loops for a laid-back beat and live string sections arranged with Middle Eastern-inspired phrasing for an exotic, hypnotic texture. The tempo was slowed to around 109 BPM to enhance the moody, immersive atmosphere, drawing from indie and dance influences. Additional elements like a Bosendorfer grand , backwards guitar effects, and atmospheric synths from the module were layered in during mixing to build depth without overpowering the core groove. Kylie Minogue's vocal sessions emphasized intimacy, with her guide vocal—captured in a single take at DMC—largely retained for the final version due to its natural breathiness and emotional nuance. Multiple takes were attempted to refine the delivery, focusing on a soft, tone that complemented the track's sensual vibe, with minimal double-tracking or effects applied to preserve authenticity.

Composition and lyrics

Musical structure

"Confide in Me" is a song that incorporates elements of , , and , marking a departure from Kylie Minogue's earlier bubblegum pop sound toward a more sophisticated and eclectic style. The track adheres to a conventional verse-chorus structure, beginning with an atmospheric intro of swirling strings, followed by three verses, repeated choruses, a bridge, and a fading outro that reprises the introductory motifs. Central to the song's sonic identity is its key instrumentation: a hypnotic pulsing that drives the , sampled strings evoking Middle Eastern scales for an exotic, tension-building texture, crisp electronic beats rooted in aesthetics, and understated synth pads that add depth and ambiance. These elements were crafted by producers to create a layered, cinematic quality. The album version clocks in at a moderate tempo of 103 beats per minute in the key of E♭ minor, with a total runtime of 5:51, allowing for a deliberate build-up that suits its seductive pace. The arrangement masterfully escalates tension in the verses via gradually layered percussion and sparse , culminating in explosive chorus drops where the full production swells with orchestral flourishes and rhythmic intensity.

Themes and interpretation

The song's lyrics center on themes of trust and , with the narrator offering support and understanding . The repeated chorus emphasizes a supportive bond: "Confide in me, confide in me." Lyrically, the song builds a of longing and observation, beginning with phrases such as "I stand in the distance I view from afar / Should I offer you my hand," which evoke a sense of detached desire and cautious approach to connection. The bridge intensifies the plea for openness with "We all get hurt by / And we all have our cross to bear / But in the name of understanding now / Our problems will be shared." The seductive, introspective tone contrasts with the underlying dance rhythm, heightening the tension between isolation and intimacy. "Confide in Me" marked Minogue's debut single with following her departure from PWL, featuring a breathy, seductive vocal delivery that represented a shift to a more mature style. In live performances, such as during the 2007 Showgirl Homecoming tour, the song has been reframed to represent her personal and professional evolution, positioning the audience as a "generous lover" in a narrative of resilience and rebirth. From a queer critical perspective, its symbols align with feminist readings of , promoting emotional openness and through vulnerability in a heteronormative context.

Release and promotion

Commercial release

"Confide in Me" was released on 29 August 1994 as the lead single from Kylie Minogue's self-titled fifth studio album. The single was distributed by Deconstruction Records in the United Kingdom, Imago Records in the United States, and Mushroom Records in Australia. Following Minogue's departure from PWL Records, the launch positioned the track as a cornerstone of her post-PWL reinvention, emphasizing her transition to more experimental and mature music under Deconstruction's dance-oriented umbrella. Promotional efforts focused on radio within formats to appeal to a broader, adult-oriented , while interviews underscored Minogue's pursuit of artistic and creative control after years of formulaic pop production. Initial included press materials and media appearances that highlighted the song's theme, framing it as an invitation for listeners to connect with Minogue's evolving .

Formats and track listings

"Confide in Me" was released in multiple physical formats including CD singles, cassettes, and vinyl records, primarily in 1994 across various regions such as the , , , and . The single featured the album version alongside exclusive , with editions varying by market to include regional B-sides or additional mixes. In the UK, the standard CD single (CD1) included the Master Mix, Big Brothers Mix produced by , and The Truth Mix produced by Maradona & . A companion CD (CD2) offered the Master Mix with B-sides "Nothing Can Stop Us" produced by Saint Etienne and a cover of Prefab Sprout's "If You Don't Love Me." The UK cassette single mirrored the CD1 tracks, while the 12" vinyl featured extended versions of the Big Brothers Mix and Truth Mix. The Australian CD maxi-single (The Remixes edition) contained the Master Mix, Big Brothers Mix, Truth Mix, and remixes of album track "Where Has the Love Gone?" including the Mix and Roach Motel Mix. In the , the CD maxi-single included the Radio Mix, Big Brothers Mix, Truth Mix, and additional remixes like the Oz Groove Mix tailored for the market. European and French CD editions typically featured the Radio Mix (4:24) and Truth Mix (6:46). Digitally, the single was reissued on in , making the original mixes and select remixes available for download. By 2015, it became widely accessible on streaming platforms such as , including the Master Mix and Big Brothers Mix.
FormatRegionTrack Listing
(CD1)1. "Confide in Me" (Master Mix) – 5:51
2. "Confide in Me" (Big Brothers Mix) – 10:27
3. "Confide in Me" (The Truth Mix) – 6:46
(CD2)1. "Confide in Me" (Master Mix) – 5:51
2. "Nothing Can Stop Us" – 4:04
3. "If You Don't Love Me" – 2:08
CD Maxi-Single (The Remixes)1. "Confide in Me" (Master Mix)
2. "Confide in Me" (Big Brothers Mix)
3. "Confide in Me" (The Truth Mix)
4. "Where Has the Love Gone?" ( Mix)
5. "Where Has the Love Gone?" (Roach Motel Mix)
1. "Confide in Me" (Radio Mix) – 4:24
2. "Confide in Me" (The Truth Mix) – 6:46
12" VinylA1. "Confide in Me" (Big Brothers Mix) – 10:27
B1. "Confide in Me" (The Truth Mix) – 6:46

Critical reception

Contemporary reviews

Upon its release in August 1994, "Confide in Me" garnered widespread praise in the UK music press for marking Kylie Minogue's artistic evolution. A review in described the single as featuring a classical and Eastern melody, with Minogue sounding woebegone, while highlighting the album's sophisticated that transformed her from a pop kitten to a credible artiste. Australian media celebrated the release as a homecoming hit that topped the ARIA charts. Fan reception in the UK was enthusiastic, contributing to its chart success.

Retrospective assessments

In the 2000s and 2010s, "Confide in Me" earned high placements in retrospective rankings of Kylie Minogue's catalog, reflecting its enduring influence during her transition to a more mature sound. The Guardian ranked it second among her 30 greatest singles in 2020, hailing it as "the moment when Kylie’s bid to reinvent herself as a more self-consciously sophisticated artist looked like it might work perfectly," while noting its "sultry, atmospheric" quality bolstered by orchestral strings sampling the indie hit "It's a Fine Day." Similarly, Attitude magazine placed it fourth in its 2023 list of her top 10 singles, emphasizing its role in marking Minogue's mid-90s move into less straightforwardly “poppy” territory. Academic analyses have positioned the song within Minogue's brief "indie" phase of the mid-1990s, where she sought credibility beyond mainstream pop, and explored its contributions to queer iconography. In pop music studies, scholars highlight how "Confide in Me" bridged commercial appeal with alternative aesthetics, aiding Minogue's reinvention as a versatile artist. A 2025 article in the Journal of Australian Studies interprets the accompanying music video through a queer lens, arguing that its drag elements "explore a distinct drag sensibility, challenging gender while also conforming to its norms," thereby reinforcing Minogue's status as a gay icon. Into the 2020s, the track's foresight in blending pop with emerging genres like trip-hop has drawn renewed praise in anniversary retrospectives. Marking the 30th anniversary of Minogue's self-titled album in 2024, GRAMMY.com lauded "Confide in Me" for its "slower trip-hop beats" and "hypnotic resonance," crediting it with transforming Minogue into a "brash bombshell" through creative control and seductive intimacy. echoed this in a 2023 of , calling it "one of her best songs" for its iridescent innovation. Fan appreciation remains strong, with the song ranking fourth in BBC Radio 2's 2023 listener poll of favorite Minogue hits.

Commercial performance

Chart performance

"Confide in Me" achieved significant commercial success upon its release, particularly in Minogue's home country of , where it debuted at number one on the ARIA Singles Chart and held the top position for four consecutive weeks in and 1994. The single remained on the chart for a total of 19 weeks, marking Minogue's first Australian number-one single since 1988. In the , the song debuted at number two on the Official Singles Chart, where it was blocked from the top spot by Wet Wet Wet's "," before falling to number four the following week. It spent 14 weeks on the Top 100 and six weeks in the Top 40, demonstrating strong performance in Minogue's key international market. On the Hot chart, "Confide in Me" reached a peak of number 39 in November 1994, representing modest airplay and club success during Minogue's transitional phase in the American market. The track also performed well across , peaking at number 10 in with 18 weeks on the chart. In Belgium's 50 (Flanders), it attained a high of number 20 during a four-week run in October 1994, while it peaked at number 12 in . It also reached number one in . Overall, the single's international chart trajectory underscored its role as a breakthrough for Minogue's more mature artistic direction.
CountryPeak PositionWeeks on Chart
(ARIA)119
(Official Charts)214
(SNEP)1018
(Ultratop 50 Flanders)204
(Ultratop 40 Wallonia)12Unknown
1Unknown
US (Billboard Dance Club Songs)394

Certifications and sales

"Confide in Me" was certified Platinum in by the Australian Recording Industry Association () in 1994 for sales of 70,000 units. In the , the single received a Silver certification from the British Phonographic Industry () in 2021 for combined physical and digital sales exceeding 200,000 units. By 1995, global physical sales of the single were estimated at 500,000 copies, reflecting its strong international performance following its release. In the 2020s, the song experienced a revival through digital platforms, contributing to updated s that incorporate . This breakdown highlights a shift from physical sales dominating in the —accounting for the majority of the initial 500,000 units—to digital and streaming driving recent growth, particularly in the UK where equivalent units exceeded 200,000. also began including streaming equivalents in its criteria, further boosting the single's accredited status in . The chart peaks in key markets, such as number one in and number two in the UK, correlated with initial sales spikes that laid the foundation for long-term success.

Music video

Concept and production

The music video for "Confide in Me" was directed by Paul Boyd and filmed in , , during July 1994. The concept originated as a means to deconstruct Kylie Minogue's public image by portraying her in various distinct personas representing different facets of , framed within a confessional hotline service inviting viewers to confide their secrets. This approach drew inspiration from the song's themes of intimacy and revelation, emphasizing symbolism through eccentric hairstyles, dazzling outfits, and dynamic visuals against art murals to challenge norms via exaggerated and camp aesthetics. Filming involved multiple wardrobe changes to embody the varied , with set designs including a booth to underscore the confessional motif. The production maintained a low-key approach, prioritizing symbolic depth over elaborate spectacle.

Content and visual style

The music video for "Confide in Me" unfolds as a stylized commercial for a hotline service, with appearing in various split-screen vignettes that reflect diverse facets of identity and experience. These include a militaristic figure amid army-esque motifs symbolizing conflict, a serene peace advocate against a backdrop, a seductive evoking sensuality, a drug-influenced scene featuring an ecstasy pill, and a violent tableau with blood splatter representing danger. Synced to the song's about trust, , and emotional release, the progresses through these fragmented portrayals, inviting viewers to "call" Minogue as a confidante via on-screen phone numbers in multiple languages like French, German, Italian, and Spanish. The vignettes culminate in a unifying moment where all versions of Minogue step forward and walk off their sets together, symbolizing the integration of these facets into a singular, authentic self. Visually, the video employs a kaleidoscopic multi-screen format with vibrant, provocative colors and hypnotic transitions that evoke club culture and a sense of surreal multiplicity. This structure highlights Minogue's reinvention, blending cute innocence with allure to create a dreamlike, immersive atmosphere, marking a pivotal shift in her visual presentation toward maturity and experimentation. The clip's innovative depiction of empowered femininity and identity exploration drew acclaim, with critics noting its standout role in Minogue's visual . It received a for Best Pop Video at the 1994 , ultimately placing third in the public vote. Running 4:28 in length, the edited version uses seamless fades and screen divisions to mimic a late-night TV ad, maintaining rhythmic flow with the track's tempo while building tension across scenes.

Live performances

Concert tours

"Confide in Me" received its live debut during promotional performances in 1994, with seven documented shows, including television appearances in and the . These early renditions marked the song's introduction to audiences following its release as a single, often featuring the original arrangement in intimate settings. The track became a staple in Kylie Minogue's concert repertoire starting with the Intimate and Live Tour in 1998, where it was performed 25 times across the tour's dates in and the . Positioned mid-set, it served as an emotional highlight amid the tour's stripped-back, acoustic-leaning production supporting her album . During the Showgirl: The Homecoming Tour in 2006, Minogue delivered an orchestral arrangement of "Confide in Me," performed 21 times as part of the show's dramatic, hits-focused spectacle following her diagnosis and recovery. This version, captured on the live Showgirl Homecoming, emphasized sweeping strings and theatrical staging, placing the song mid-set to pivot toward more introspective segments. In the , the song appeared in select tours with varied interpretations. For the in 2018–2019, a dance-infused was featured 50 times total across legs in , the , and , often mid-set to bridge country-pop elements with . It maintained its role as an emotional anchor, transitioning audiences through Minogue's career-spanning narrative.

Notable renditions and recent appearances

One notable early live rendition of "Confide in Me" occurred during Kylie Minogue's appearance on the BBC's on August 25, 1994, marking the song's television debut in the UK and showcasing her evolving artistic image post-Stock Aitken Waterman era. The performance featured Minogue in a sleek, minimalist setup that emphasized the track's sultry trip-hop elements, contributing to its chart momentum. During her inaugural North American tour, the For You, For Me Tour in 2009, Minogue delivered a live version of "Confide in Me" as part of a career-spanning segment, highlighting her in an intimate arena setting at venues like New York's . This rendition, drawn from fan-favorite ballads, served as a showcase for her capabilities amid the tour's high-energy production. In response to the , Minogue participated in an exclusive intimate virtual performance streamed via in collaboration with Magic Radio, debuting amid UK restrictions in 2020 and including "Confide in Me" alongside other hits like "Wow" and "." This pre-recorded set, filmed without a live , provided fans a stripped-back connection during isolation, emphasizing emotional delivery over spectacle. The song received a fresh interpretation on Minogue's Tension Tour in 2025, first performed on February 20 at in and featured 66 times throughout the tour, including at Qudos Bank Arena in on March 1, where it was reimagined with dramatic flair, Minogue's vocals soaring to impressive heights for added emotional intensity. A fan-recorded clip from the subsequent show on March 3 quickly gained traction on , amassing views and praise for its emotional intensity. Reviews of the tour's rendition noted its role in eliciting strong audience engagement, with the performance integrated into the official Tension Tour//Live 2025 release later that year.

Covers and legacy

Cover versions and samples

"Confide in Me" has inspired numerous cover versions across genres, demonstrating its enduring appeal and versatility. In 2015, Australian band delivered a spacey, guitar-driven rendition for triple j's series, transforming the original's trip-hop intimacy into an expansive, echoing soundscape that highlighted the song's melodic core. British synth-pop duo Hurts offered a brooding electronic cover in 2010 during a live session for The Sun's Biz Sessions, emphasizing the track's emotional depth with layered vocals and pulsating synths. Australian rock group provided a gritty, interpretation in 2018, featured on the 20th anniversary re-release of their album , infusing the song with raw energy and driving guitars. Other notable covers include a 2006 acoustic version by British singer-songwriter , which stripped the track to piano and vocals for a more introspective feel; a 2004 version by on her album , reinterpreting it in a lounge style; a 2014 cover by Australian singer , adding folk elements; and a 2012 gothic rendition by Demona Mortiss that added dark, orchestral elements. The song has also been sampled in various hip-hop and electronic tracks, underscoring its rhythmic and atmospheric qualities. British rapper Example incorporated elements of "Confide in Me" into his 2007 single "No Sleep for the Wicked" from the album What We Almost Knew, blending the original's strings and bassline with grime-influenced beats to create a high-energy club track. Turkish artist Rapozof sampled the melody in the 2011 hip-hop song "Hep O Yalanla," layering it over sparse production to evoke a sense of melancholy. These samplings highlight how the track's hypnotic groove has influenced subsequent electronic and rap productions. Beyond recordings, "Confide in Me" has appeared in media, particularly resonating within culture. It featured in the 2005 premiere episode of the television series Beautiful People, where a character dances to the song with a feather boa, amplifying its themes of desire and vulnerability in a pivotal scene. In the digital age, the track has surged in popularity on , with users creating covers and lip-sync videos that reinterpret its sultry vibe, contributing to renewed interest among younger audiences since 2020.

Cultural impact and enduring influence

"Confide in Me" played a pivotal role in reshaping by bridging mainstream pop with emerging and trip-hop elements, introducing a sophisticated, atmospheric sound that influenced subsequent genre fusions. The track's blend of , hypnotic trip-hop beats, and Middle Eastern string influences created a cinematic allure that distinguished it from earlier , earning acclaim for its innovation and marking a high point in the decade's trends. In Kylie Minogue's career, the song signified a transformative shift toward what has been termed "Kylie 2.0," representing her departure from bubblegum pop roots toward a more mature, artistically ambitious persona that defined her subsequent three-decade . Released as the from her self-titled album, it showcased her vocal depth and creative control, silencing skeptics and establishing a template for her reinventions across albums like and later works. This evolution underscored her resilience and adaptability, influencing her enduring status as a pop innovator. The song's cultural resonance extends to its status as a queer anthem, particularly through its music video's exploration of drag aesthetics and gender fluidity, where Minogue embodies multiple exaggerated female personas in a narrative of seduction and empowerment. This visual and thematic approach aligns with queer performativity, challenging heteronormative boundaries while resonating with LGBTQ+ audiences as a symbol of liberation and camp solidarity. Academic analyses highlight how these elements reflect neoliberal individual empowerment, offering feminist undertones in Minogue's portrayal of female agency amid societal constraints. Into the 2020s, "Confide in Me" has experienced a streaming revival, contributing to the renewed interest in Minogue's catalog amid broader nostalgia for sounds, including a live version from her 2025 Tension Tour. Its inclusion in recent charts, such as ranking at #175 on Triple J's Hottest 200 in 2025, demonstrates its lasting appeal and role in sustaining her legacy across generations. This resurgence, bolstered by digital platforms, has amplified scholarly discussions on its and feminist dimensions, ensuring its place in ongoing cultural dialogues.

Credits and personnel

Songwriters and producers

"Confide in Me" was written by Steve Anderson, Dave Seaman, and Owain Barton, with Anderson and Seaman handling the melody, chords, lyrics, and beats, while Barton focused on the arrangement. The production was led by the British duo Brothers in Rhythm, comprising Anderson and Seaman, who received full production credit for crafting the track's atmospheric, trip-hop-infused sound. Brothers in Rhythm brought their established expertise to the project, having previously collaborated with the on their 1993 album Very, where they remixed several tracks and contributed to the overall production. Owain Barton, known for his work in electronic and orchestral arrangements, provided key string contributions that added a layer of dramatic texture to the song. The track was further refined through mixing by Paul Wright, ensuring a polished final product. Publishing for "Confide in Me" is managed through Mushroom Music Publishing, in association with the label, which handled the original release.

Additional contributors

The lead vocals for "Confide in Me" are performed by , complemented by background harmonies also provided by Minogue. The track's string section was arranged by Owain Barton, contributing to its orchestral texture, while engineering duties were handled by Paul Wright at Sarm West Studios in . Among the remix contributors, crafted the extended Big Brothers Mix, adding layered production elements. Personnel for "Confide in Me" overlaps significantly with other tracks on Kylie Minogue's self-titled album, including shared engineering and arrangement roles across the release recorded primarily at Sarm West.

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