Song Info:
"Tainted Love" was released as a single by Soft Cell on July 7, 1981. The song was originally written by Ed Cobb and first recorded by Gloria Jones in 1965. Soft Cell's cover became a huge hit, reaching number one on the UK Singles Chart and number eight on the US Billboard Hot 100. It is considered one of the band's signature songs and a classic of the synth-pop genre.
Artist Bio:
Soft Cell is a British synth-pop duo formed in 1977, consisting of Marc Almond and David Ball. They achieved commercial success in the early 1980s with hits like "Tainted Love" and "Say Hello, Wave Goodbye." The band is known for their electronic sound, blending elements of new wave, post-punk, and dance music. Soft Cell disbanded in 1984 but reunited in the 2000s for various performances and recordings. Marc Almond and David Ball have both pursued solo careers in music, with Almond also branching out into acting and visual arts.
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