Mike Oldfield - Foreign Affair (lyrics) -

: Rather than just a romantic liaison, the "foreign affair" represents a temporary escape into a state of tranquility and joy.

The lyrics of "Foreign Affair" paint a vivid picture of a tropical getaway as a metaphor for seeking solace and freedom. It evokes a sense of "wishful emotion" and the allure of a "new territory" where one can start an "intimate story" away from the mundane. Mike Oldfield - Foreign Affair (LYRICS)

The song remains a cult favorite among fans of 80s synth-pop and art rock. It gained a second life in the late 90s and early 2000s through various dance covers, most notably by and Maggie Reilly herself, who re-recorded it in a more contemporary style. : Rather than just a romantic liaison, the