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  1. On This Day November 4, 1985 – Simply Red Released Holding Back The Years

    On This Day November 4, 1985 – Simply Red Released Holding Back The Years

    On this day November 4, 1985, Simply Red released Holding Back The Years, one of the most soulful and emotional ballads of the decade. The song showcased Mick Hucknall’s powerful voice and heartfelt lyrics, capturing a sense of reflection and longing that resonated deeply with listeners around...
  2. On This Day October 11 1985 - Simply Red Released Their Debut Album Picture Book

    On This Day October 11 1985 - Simply Red Released Their Debut Album Picture Book

    On this day October 11 1985, Simply Red released their debut album Picture Book, introducing the world to the soulful voice of Mick Hucknall and the band’s smooth blend of pop, soul, and jazz influences. The album’s warm production and heartfelt songwriting stood out during a decade dominated by...
  3. On This Day: July 12, 1986 – Simply Red’s Holding Back the Years Hits Number One in America

    On This Day: July 12, 1986 – Simply Red’s Holding Back the Years Hits Number One in America

    On this day July 12, 1986, Holding Back the Years by Simply Red became the number one song in America. It held the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 from July 12 through July 18 and also reached number one in Canada and Ireland. This soulful ballad, led by the unmistakable voice of Mick...
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    Picture Book (1985)

    Title: Picture Book Artist: Simply Red Genre: Soul Released: 1985 Tracks: 1 - Come to My Aid - 2 - Sad Old Red - 3 - Look at You Now - 4 - Heaven - 5 - Jericho - 6 - Money's Too Tight (to Mention) - 7 - Holding Back the Years - 8 - Red Box - 9 - No Direction - 10 -...
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