I Confess (The Beat song)
1982 song written and recorded by The Beat / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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"I Confess" is a 1982 song written and recorded by British band the Beat (known in the United States and Canada as the English Beat). The song was released as a single from the band's third and final studio album, Special Beat Service, finding moderate chart success in the UK. Inspired by the romantic escapades of English tabloids and Wakeling's own personal relationships, the song featured a piano performance led by touring keyboardist Dave "Blockhead" Wright.
"I Confess" | ||||
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Single by the Beat | ||||
from the album Special Beat Service | ||||
B-side | "Sole Salvation" | |||
Released | 26 November 1982 (1982-11-26) | |||
Genre | ||||
Length | 4:34 | |||
Label | Go-Feet | |||
Songwriter(s) | The Beat | |||
Producer(s) | Bob Sargeant | |||
The Beat singles chronology | ||||
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Music video | ||||
"I Confess" on YouTube | ||||
As the album's third single, "I Confess" found moderate success on the charts, peaking at No. 54 in the UK. The song was praised by critics. A music video for the track was also produced, featuring the band's parody of the New Romantics.