: It reached number one in 25 countries , including the UK and the US.
: Before his breakthrough, Astley worked as a "tape op" and assistant at SAW's PWL Studios, famously making tea for other stars to help him overcome his shyness.
: It spent five weeks at the top of the UK charts and was the best-selling single of 1987 .
: The title was inspired by Pete Waterman overhearing Astley promise his girlfriend he would "never give her up" after a long phone call.
