Goldfinger

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Year
1965
Peak Position
#8
Weeks on Chart
13
Total Ratings
0

Song Info:
"Goldfinger" by Shirley Bassey was released on September 17, 1964, as the theme song for the James Bond film of the same name. The song was composed by John Barry, with lyrics by Anthony Newley and Leslie Bricusse. It became one of Bassey's most iconic songs and is considered one of the classic Bond theme songs. The single was a commercial success, reaching the top ten in multiple countries and solidifying Bassey's status as a powerhouse vocalist in the music industry.


Artist Bio:
Shirley Bassey is a Welsh singer with a career spanning over six decades. Born on January 8, 1937, in Tiger Bay, Cardiff, Bassey rose to fame in the mid-1950s with her powerful voice and dynamic stage presence. She is best known for her three James Bond theme songs, including "Goldfinger," "Diamonds Are Forever," and "Moonraker." Bassey has received numerous accolades throughout her career, including Grammy Awards, Brit Awards, and a Damehood from Queen Elizabeth II for her services to music. She is regarded as one of the most successful British female artists of all time and continues to perform and record music to this day.

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