Pretty in Pink
The Psychedelic Furs
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Written by: Boris Blank, Dieter Meier
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Band OriginThe Psychedelic Furs, the group that performed "Pretty in Pink", are an English rock band that were formed in London in 1977.
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Release Date"Pretty in Pink" was first released in 1981 on their second album “Talk, Talk, Talk”.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by one of the band members’ views on women they had met in the US while on tour, where the term 'pretty in pink' refers to someone who appears fantastic on the outside but is a different person beneath the surface.
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Movie ConnectionDespite the song being released in the early '80s, it is best known for its connection to the iconic 1986 John Hughes movie of the same name.
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Song's Re-RecordingThe band re-recorded a version of the song for the film, making it more radio-friendly. This version also appeared on their 'greatest hits' collection "All of This and Nothing."
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Chart SuccessThe re-recorded version of "Pretty in Pink" reached number 18 on the UK Singles Chart in 1986, making it one of their most successful singles.
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MisconceptionMany assume the song was written for the movie but actually, John Hughes was so inspired by the song that he wrote a movie around it.
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Appearance in Other mediaTo date, the song has appeared in multiple TV shows and video games, including the series "Stranger Things".
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Cover Versions"Pretty in Pink" has been covered by several musicians, including a notable version by the Dresden Dolls.
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Band's Hit SingleIt is considered one of The Psychedelic Furs' signature hits, along with "Love My Way" and "Heaven".
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