The Jets - Make It Real 1988 [VERIFIED]
Written and produced by Linda Mallah , Rick Kelly , and Don Powell .
The song was the second single from their multi-platinum album, Magic .
A quintessential 1980s Pop/R&B ballad featuring heavy synthesizers and melodic piano arrangements. 📽️ Music Video & Legacy The Jets - Make It Real 1988
Performed by Elizabeth Wolfgramm , who was only 15 years old at the time of recording.
Ranked as the #24 song of the year on the Billboard Hot 100. 📀 Production & Composition Written and produced by Linda Mallah , Rick
The music video features Elizabeth Wolfgramm singing in a rainy city setting and a dimly lit studio, emphasizing themes of longing and lost love. Why it remains relevant:
Critics often cite Elizabeth’s performance as one of the most mature and technically proficient for a teenager in pop history. 📽️ Music Video & Legacy Performed by Elizabeth
The song has been covered by several artists, particularly in the Philippines, where the band maintains a massive following. 🎹 Key Personnel Lead Vocals Elizabeth Wolfgramm Eugene Wolfgramm Production Rick Kelly & Don Powell MCA Records