“The Flame” is a power ballad by American rock band Cheap Trick, released in 1988 on their album Lap of Luxury. Written by professional songwriters Bob Mitchell and Nick Graham, the track marked a new direction for the band, who had been struggling with declining popularity. It became Cheap Trick’s first and only No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, reviving their career and introducing them to a new generation of fans. The song is now considered one of their signature classics. #TheFlame #cheapt