Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now

The band Starship released "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now" in early 1987 as the lead single from their album No Protection. Written by Diane Warren and Albert Hammond, the track served as the theme song for the romantic comedy film Mannequin. The recording features a distinctive duet between Grace Slick and Mickey Thomas, blending their contrasting vocal styles into a soaring power ballad that defined the era's sound.

Despite its massive commercial success, the song faced an uphill battle regarding authenticity. Hammond originally composed the piece as a wedding song for his own marriage, a concept that initially clashed with Slick's perspective. She later admitted she did not believe the lyrics reflected her personal feelings at the time, yet the performance resonated deeply with listeners who embraced the anthem of resilience.

Released just months before the band's name change from Jefferson Starship became widely recognized, the single topped the US Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks in April 1987. It also reached number one on the Adult Contemporary chart and achieved gold certification shortly after release. Decades later, the track remains a staple at weddings and graduations, though it occasionally appears on lists of the most divisive songs of the 1980s. [edit]