Tainted Love
Gloria Jones
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Sometimes I feel I've got to Run away I've got to Get away From the pain that you drive into the heart of me The love we share Seems to go nowhere And I've lost my light For I toss and turn I can't sleep at night Once I ran to you (I ran) Now I'll run from you This tainted love you've given I give you all a boy could give you Take my tears and that's not nearly all Oh, tainted love Tainted love Now I know I've got to Run away I've got to Get away You don't really want IT any more from me To make things right You need someone to hold you tight And you'll think love is to pray But I'm sorry I don't pray that way Once I ran to you (I ran) Now I'll run from you This tainted love you've given I give you all a boy could give you Take my tears and that's not nearly all Oh, tainted love Tainted love Don't touch me please I cannot stand the way you tease I love you though you hurt me so Now I'm going to pack my things and go Tainted love, tainted love Tainted love, tainted love Touch me baby, tainted love Touch me baby, tainted love Tainted love Tainted love Tainted love
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7 facts about this song
Basic Info"Tainted Love" was initially written by songwriter and producer Ed Cobb.
- Although we often associate the song with Soft Cell, its original rendition was performed by Gloria Jones in 1964.
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Gloria Jones VersionGloria Jones, an American singer, first recorded "Tainted Love" in 1964.
- The song was a B-side to her single "My Bad Boy's Coming Home.”
- Despite the unique blend of soul and pop in the song, it did not become a commercial hit.
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Revival by Soft CellSoft Cell, a British synth-pop duo, covered "Tainted Love" in 1981.
- Their version of the song became a major success, reaching the top of the charts in 17 countries.
- The Soft Cell's rendition is considered one of the biggest selling singles in UK history.
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Peculiar Recording MechanismSoft Cell used a synthesizer to create their captivating cover of the song.
- Instead of recording the two-track version of the song, they decided to record the first track, then add more layers afterwards.
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Music VideoThe music video for Soft Cell's "Tainted Love" is distinctive for its symbolism.
- It features the lead singer, Marc Almond, in a variety of situations all themed around desire, dissatisfaction, and yearning.
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Pop Culture RelevanceSoft Cell's "Tainted Love" has been featured in numerous TV shows and films, signifying its profound cultural impact.
- In 2006 it was named the number 5 best number one of all times in a poll conducted by music station VH1.
- It has been covered and sampled by numerous other artists, including Rihanna in her single "SOS".
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Noteworthy SuccessInterestingly, Soft Cell's "Tainted Love" holds the Guinness World Record for the 'Longest Stay on the US Billboard Hot 100.
- This is due to the song remaining on the chart for a record-shattering 43 weeks.
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