In 1986, Billy Vera became an overnight sensation when "At This Moment" reached no. 1 on the pop charts after Michael J. Fox's character danced to the song with his soon-to-be girlfriend (played by Tracy Pollan, Fox's future real-life wife) in an episode of the popular sitcomFamily Ties.  As is the case with most overnight sensations, though, Billy Vera and the Beaters had been a working band for a long time, having recorded "At This Moment" way back in 1981.Hopeless Romantic: The Best of Billy Vera and the Beatersis a 2008 compilation of songs, many recorded live (including "At This Moment"), showcasing the band's horn-driven, jazz-funk (with a dash of country) sound.  In addition to three previously unreleased songs ("I'll Be There for You," "I Want to Marry You," "I'm All for You"), the collection includes "I Can Take Care of Myself" (once released as the B side to "At This Moment"), the quirky "Milli, Make Some Chili," and "Hopeless Romantic," another example of the heartfelt side that even casual Vera fans know very well.--David Horiuchi