This standalone single, a dramatic synth-pop rendition of Gloria Jones' 1964 soul track, became Soft Cell's signature song and a definitive anthem of the new wave era.
- The single was recorded at IBC Studios in London and produced by Mike Thorn and Steve Dagger.
- "Tainted Love" reached number one on the UK singles chart in January 1982, remaining there for a total of three weeks.
- The accompanying music video, directed by Peter Care, became a staple on MTV and is often cited as an early example of the channel's influence on pop music.
Soft Cell was a synth-pop duo from London, formed in 1979. They are best known for their brand of electropop that fused danceable beats with a dark, often lurid, sensibility. In 1981, Soft Cell were riding high on the success of their debut album Non-Stop Erotic Cabaret, and this single was a highly anticipated follow-up.
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