The song is noted for its evocative atmosphere and high-energy performance:
is a defining track by the American new wave band Blondie , originally released on their 1979 album Eat to the Beat . The 2001 remastered version, which appears on various Greatest Hits collections and digital re-releases, preserves the song's signature sweeping energy while enhancing the clarity of its intricate production. Origins and Inspiration Union City Blue (Remastered)
Co-written by lead singer and bassist Nigel Harrison , the song was born out of Harry’s multifaceted connection to New Jersey: The song is noted for its evocative atmosphere