Nu Shooz - I Can't Wait (bing Lounge) May 2026

: The original music video, directed by Jim Blashfield , became an MTV staple for its eccentric imagery, including Valerie Day repairing a coffee pot while a dog in sunglasses watches.

: Unlike the heavily sampled "Dutch Mix" that dominated the 80s charts, this version emphasizes live musicality, featuring Valerie's signature warm vocals and the band's distinctive synth-pop and R&B fusion. Nu Shooz - I Can't Wait (Bing Lounge)

: As a Portland-based band, their appearance at the local Bing Lounge serves as a homecoming, celebrating a song that began as a regional favorite before achieving global fame. The Story Behind "I Can't Wait" : The original music video, directed by Jim

Nu Shooz 's performance of "" at the Bing Lounge (hosted by Portland's 101.9 KINK FM ) showcases the 1986 hit in a refined, live setting. This rendition highlights the enduring chemistry of the band's core husband-and-wife duo, Valerie Day and John Smith . Performance Highlights The Story Behind "I Can't Wait" Nu Shooz

: After major labels initially rejected the song, a remix by Dutch DJ Peter Slaghuis (the "Dutch Mix") gained international attention, leading to a contract with Atlantic Records.