What was Simple Minds biggest hit?
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What was Simple Minds biggest hit?
Throughout the decade, they had a string of hit singles, the biggest of which was 1985’s “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” which was featured on the soundtrack to the film The Breakfast Club. Other major hits include “Belfast Child” and “Alive and Kicking”.
How many number one singles did Simple Minds have?
Simple Minds Number Ones
| Artist | Song Title | Weeks at Number 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Minds | Belfast Child | 2 |
What film is simple minds don’t you forget about me?
The Breakfast Club
When Glasgow’s Simple Minds were first approached in 1984 to record “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” , they turned it down flat. The director John Hughes had them in mind for a song for his forthcoming film, The Breakfast Club, about a group of school misfits brought together during a Saturday detention.
Who wrote Don’t forget about me?
Keith Forsey
Steve Schiff
Don’t You (Forget About Me)/Composers
Is the band Simple Minds still together?
Simple Minds are a Scottish rock band formed in Glasgow in 1977….
| Simple Minds | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Glasgow, Scotland |
| Genres | Post-punk art rock new wave arena rock synth-pop |
| Years active | 1977–present |
Why did Brian McGee leave Simple Minds?
Brian McGee (born 8 March 1959) is a Scottish drummer who played in different bands like Simple Minds and Endgames. In September 1981, he left Simple Minds after having tired of constant touring and life with the band.
What was Simple Minds first number one?
The 1985 film The Breakfast Club broke Simple Minds into the US market, when the band achieved their only No. 1 U.S. pop hit in April 1985 with the film’s opening track, “Don’t You (Forget About Me)”.
How many UK number ones did Simple Minds have?
Simple Minds – A Brief History Simple Minds are one of the UK’s most successful bands, having achieved six No.
Was Don’t you written for The Breakfast Club?
Keith Forsey
The song was written and composed by producer Keith Forsey and Steve Schiff while scoring The Breakfast Club. Both were Simple Minds fans and wrote the song with the band in mind.
Who is the lead singer of Simple Minds?
Jim Kerr
Simple Minds/Lead singers
Is Simple Minds still together?
Simple Minds continued to record and tour after the success of “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” – with more singles like “Belfast Child,” “See the Lights” and “She’s a River.” The band has survived changing musical tastes and personnel for the next 25 years, with Kerr and Burchill still remaining at the helm.