Patrick Hernandez’s 1979 hit "Born to Be Alive" became a global anthem, selling over 25 million copies worldwide after transitioning from a rock song to a high-energy disco track. Due to retaining the rights to the song, which features a young Madonna in its backing dance team, Hernandez continues to generate significant daily royalties from this iconic, enduring hit. You can learn more about the history of "Born to Be Alive" and other music history stories online.