ABOUT
General Public was an English new wave band formed in Birmingham by Dave Wakeling and Ranking Roger, both of The Beat, that became famous beginning in the mid 1980s. This group also included former members of Dexys Midnight Runners, the Specials, and the Clash. They are best known for the Top 40 smashes, "Tenderness" (1984) and "I'll Take You There" (1994), the latter a remake of The Staple Singers' 1972 hit. General Public's version of this oldies classic is featured in the soundtrack to "Threesome" (1994) starring Lara Flynn Boyle, Stephen Baldwin, and Josh Charles.
Best known songs (with years) include:
- Tenderness (1984)
- I'll Take You There (1994)
- Rainy Days (1995)
Pop charts debut year: 1984
Years active: 1983-1987, 1994-1995
Genres: New wave
Labels: I.R.S, Epic
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