To The Limit (extended Version) | Scarface - Push It
While the song is a beloved cult classic today, it originally divided critics:
For many, the track is the ultimate "movie montage" song, symbolizing victory and the rush of success. Scarface - Push it to the limit (Extended Version)
Moroder utilizes the Roland Jupiter-8 and Yamaha CS-80 to create a "propulsive, anthemic disco beat" that defines the era's high-stakes atmosphere. While the song is a beloved cult classic
"Scarface (Push It to the Limit)," performed by Paul Engemann and produced by the legendary , is the quintessential 1980s power anthem. Originally written for the 1983 film Scarface , the Extended Version (running approximately 5:12) offers a more immersive experience of the song’s relentless energy and synth-driven production. Key Features of the Extended Version Originally written for the 1983 film Scarface ,
The most significant addition to the extended cut is a detailed instrumental bridge. This section features a guitar solo by Richie Zito, which was included in the film's montage but omitted from the standard 3-minute radio edit.
Some modern reviewers find the song "cheesy" or a representation of "everything bad in 80s music," while others praise it as a "manifesto" of ambition.