Who wrote the original Tainted Love?
Ed Cobb
Tainted Love/Lyricists
“Tainted Love” is a song composed by Ed Cobb, formerly of American group the Four Preps, which was originally recorded by Gloria Jones in 1964. It attained worldwide fame after being covered and reworked by British synthpop duo Soft Cell in 1981 and has since been covered by numerous groups and artists.
Who has covered Tainted Love?
Soft Cell
Versions
| Title | Performer | Release date |
|---|---|---|
| Tainted Love | Ruth Swann | April 1975 |
| Tainted Love | Soft Cell | July 1981 |
| Tainted Love | Sound Sensation | August 1981 |
| Tainted Love | Top of the Pops | September 1981 |
What do the lyrics of Tainted Love mean?
“Tainted Love” talks about a no-longer existing love. The narrator speaks about he has to let go of the love he feels for a person because it brings him so much pain. He also states the person is not ready to have a relationship but only wants someone who can be there for her at her beck and call.
When did Tainted Love by Marilyn Manson come out?
2001
Tainted Love/Released
What does Tainted Love actually mean?
The song is about a toxic relationship, with the singer realizing he’s got to leave it. “I love you though you hurt me so,” he sings, as he struggles to move on. Once the word ‘tainted’ had popped into my head, the song was written very quickly, probably 15 minutes.”
Who is the girl in Tainted Love?
Tainted Love has two videos. The original features features band members Marc Almond and David Ball in togas on Mount Olympus with Marc Almond as Marc Antony and a little girl as Cleopatra. The remixed version features a man pacing at night, dancing with starry apparitions, while Almond sings amongst the stars.
Who sang the original song Tainted Love?
Tainted Love/Artists
“Tainted Love” was originally recorded in 1964 by Gloria Jones, but it found new life in the early 1980s after being recorded by British band Soft Cell.
Where is Mark Almond from?
Southport, United Kingdom
Marc Almond/Place of birth
Who was the original artist who sang Tainted Love?
(1966) “Tainted Love” is a song composed by Ed Cobb , formerly of American group the Four Preps, which was originally recorded by Gloria Jones in 1964.
Who originally recorded the song Tainted Love?
“Tainted Love” is a song composed by Ed Cobb, formerly of American group the Four Preps, which was originally recorded by Gloria Jones in 1964.
What is Tainted Love?
The term “tainted love” is used to describe a love that, for one reason or another, is spoiled or complicated by matters outside of one’s control.
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