Pretty in Pink (song)
"Pretty in Pink" is a song by the English rock band the Psychedelic Furs, originally released in 1981 as a single from the band's second album, Talk Talk Talk. The 1986 film was named after the song and a re-recorded version of the song was included on its soundtrack.
"Pretty in Pink" | ||||
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Single by The Psychedelic Furs | ||||
from the album Talk Talk Talk | ||||
Released | 1981 (original version) 1986 (re-recorded version) | |||
Recorded | 1981 (original version) 1986 (re-recorded version) | |||
Genre | ||||
Length | 3:57 (1981 version) 3:53 (1986 single version) 4:40 (1986 album soundtrack version) | |||
Label | Columbia | |||
Songwriter(s) | John Ashton, Tim Butler, Richard Butler, Vince Ely, Duncan Kilburn, Roger Morris | |||
Producer(s) | Steve Lillywhite (1981 version) Charles Harrowell (1986 version) | |||
The Psychedelic Furs singles chronology | ||||
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The Psychedelic Furs singles chronology | ||||
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Release and reception
The original version of "Pretty in Pink" peaked at No. 43 on the UK Singles Chart in July 1981.[3] AllMusic writer Bill Janovitz credited producer Steve Lillywhite for finding "the ideal sound for the band, with a perfect blend of classic pop, punk, and art rock elements".[4] Janovitz called it "the definitive take" of the song.[4]
The 1986 version reached No. 18 in the UK[5] and narrowly missed the Top 40 on the United States Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at No. 41.[6] Janovitz described this version as "ho-hum, streamlined, (and) radio-ready".[4]
Track listing
- 7" vinyl (1981)
- "Pretty in Pink" - 3:57
- "Mack the Knife" - 4:18
- 12" vinyl (1981)
- "Pretty in Pink" - 3:57
- "Mack the Knife" - 4:18
- "Soap Commercial" - 2:55
- 7" vinyl (1986) [UK, Japan]
- "Pretty in Pink" - 3:53
- "Love My Way" (US remix) - 3:38
- 7" vinyl (1986) [U.S., Europe]
- "Pretty in Pink" - 4:01
- "Pretty in Pink" (dub) - 3:21
- 12" vinyl (1986)
- "Pretty in Pink" - 4:01
- "Pretty in Pink" - 3:21
- "Love My Way" (US remix) - 3:38
Chart performance
Chart (1981) | Peak position |
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UK Singles Chart[3] | 43 |
Chart (1986) | Peak position |
UK Singles Chart[5] | 18 |
US Billboard Hot 100[6] | 41 |
References
- Harrington, Jim (28 August 2015). "LL Cool J, Miguel head hot Labor Day shows". The Mercury News. Retrieved 31 July 2020.
- Terich, Jeff; Emery, Derek (26 October 2009). "The 90 Minute Guide: Halloween Party!". Treble. Retrieved 31 July 2020.
- "The Psychedelic Furs - 'Pretty in Pink'". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 26 January 2010.
- Janovitz, Bill. ""Pretty in Pink" - Review". AllMusic. Retrieved 26 January 2010.
- "The Psychedelic Furs - 'Pretty in Pink' (1986)". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 26 January 2010.
- "The Psychedelic Furs - Charts & Awards - Billboard Singles". AllMusic. Retrieved 26 January 2010.