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"Not in Love" is a song by Canadian new wave band Platinum Blonde, from the band's 1983 debut album Standing in the Dark. It was released as a 7" single in October 1984 through CBS.


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Platinum Blonde

Platinum Blonde is a New Wave group that was first active from 1982 to the early 1990s. The band originally consisted of Mark Holmes from Mansfield, England on vocals and bass, Sergio Galli on guitar and Chris Steffler on drums. Scottish musician Kenny MacLean later joined the group as the bassist. The name of the band was inspired by the 1931 Jean Harlow movie Platinum Blonde. They were known also for their stylish glam rock-like appearance. more »

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Origination
"Not in Love" is a song by the Canadian rock band Platinum Blonde.
Release Date
The song was originally released in 1983 as part of the band's debut album "Standing in the Dark."
Lyrical Content
The song speaks about a complicated relationship where the singer claims he is 'not in love', even though he cannot stop thinking about the person.
Chart Performance
"Not in Love" reached number 34 on the RPM pop singles chart in Canada in mid-January 1984, marking the band's breakthrough on radio.
Album Success
The album "Standing in the Dark", which includes "Not in Love", achieved triple platinum status in Canada, selling over 300,000 copies.
Cover Version
The song was later covered by Canadian band Crystal Castles with guest vocals by Robert Smith of The Cure in 2010. This version also gained significant popularity and chart success.
Music Video
The music video for the song "Not in Love" was directed by Rob Quartly and shot in Toronto, featuring futuristic and science fiction elements.
Pop Culture
"Not in Love" has been used in TV shows and films, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
Live Performances
Despite multiple line-up changes and breaks in the band's career, "Not in Love" has remained a staple in Platinum Blonde's live performances.
Legacy
Given the song's success and continued relevance, many consider "Not in Love" to be Platinum Blonde's signature song.

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