Heart and Soul paved the way for the massive success of the album Sports (1983) – one of Huey Lewis & The News' best-selling albums. With its driving pop rock sound and catchy chorus, this song propelled the band to a new level of stardom in the 1980s. (Written by): Mike Chapman and Nicky Chinn. (Year Written):The song was first recorded by the band Exile in 1981. (Release Year): August 30, 1983. Album: Sports (1983). (Performed by):Huey Lewis & The News. (Notable Chart Peak Positions): US Billb