Red Hot + Dance & Too Funky

July 7, 1992

 

 

Red Hot + Dance compilation, part of a project aimed to raise money and awareness of the fight against HIV/AIDS, was released. The album featured three new George’s songs – Too Funky, Do You Really Want To Know and Happy. Too Funky was released as a single and reached the top ten in the UK and the US. The song was accompanied by a video starring another group of models – this time they included Tyra Banks, Nadja Auermann, Estelle Halliday and Linda Evangelista – and was directed by George Michael in collaboration with Thierry Mugler.

 

The Freddie Mercury Tribute

April 20, 1992

 

George Michael performed three songs – ’39, These Are The Days Of Our Lives (with Lisa Stansfield) and Somebody To Love – at the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert, held at the old Wembley Stadium.

 

Golden Note Award

February 20, 1992

 

George received the ASCAP Golden Note Award a prize presented to songwriters, composers, and artists who have achieved extraordinary career milestones.