On This Day February 20 1985 - Simple Minds Released Don’t You Forget About Me in the US

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On This Day: February 20, 1985 - Simple Minds Released Don’t You Forget About Me in the US.

On February 20, 1985, Simple Minds released their iconic single Don’t You Forget About Me in the US, a song that would go on to define an era of 80s music. Though initially reluctant to record the track, the Scottish band ultimately delivered what became their biggest hit, forever linked to the classic teen film The Breakfast Club.

The song slowly climbed the charts before reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 on May 8, 1985, holding the top spot until May 24. It also became a chart-topper...
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