The 1983 single 'True' marked a significant stylistic shift for Spandau Ballet, embracing a more mature, soulful pop sound that would define their most commercially successful era. The song became their biggest hit, topping charts worldwide and redefining the band's image.
- 'True' was written by lead singer Tony Hadley, who was inspired by the old movies of his parents' generation.
- The song features a prominent saxophone solo by Steve Norman, which became one of the track's signature elements.
- 'True' reached number one on the UK Singles Chart and number four on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming their signature song.
Spandau Ballet were a prominent band in the New Romantic movement of the early 1980s, known for their stylish image and blend of soul influences with electronic new wave. By 1983, they had moved away from their earlier art-school image towards a more mainstream pop sound, already scoring major hits and aiming for global superstardom.
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