The song was a massive commercial success, particularly in Europe and Oceania:
Filmed in Falls Creek, Victoria , Australia, featuring a mountain shack and sunny landscapes. Jason Donovan - Too Many Broken Hearts -
Pete Waterman claimed he wrote the song in ten minutes while on the toilet, though composer Mike Stock later dismissed this, stating Waterman only provided the title idea. The song was a massive commercial success, particularly
Hit number one in Ireland and reached the top 10 in Denmark, France, the Netherlands, Norway, and Spain. Music Video Music Video Donovan described the recording as "pop
Donovan described the recording as "pop singing by numbers," as he recorded different sections on different days. He initially viewed it as a potential album track rather than a major hit.
Reached Number 1 on the UK Singles Chart in March 1989 and held the position for two weeks. Australia: Peaked at Number 7 .
Donovan is seen chopping wood and strolling along cliff tops while strumming an unpowered electric guitar .