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One of the most popular and influential bands of the 1980s, Culture Club was perhaps the original new wave boyband. Injecting their sound with an eclectic mix of pop sensibilities and reggae rhythms, they managed to create a unique musical identity as catchy as it was stylish — and “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me” might be their crowning achievement.
On this episode of The Story Behind the Song, the band’s iconic singer, Boy George, chats with host Peter Csathy about the new wave smash. The two discuss the song’s mix of love and loss, as well as its social commentary and why its message resonated with audiences around the world.
Boy George then dives into how the song has grown from its humble origins to become an incredibly powerful force in his life. As he and Culture Club continue to perform, he also touches on how the song and its legacy have transformed as the decades pass.
Listen to the full conversation with Boy George about the story behind Culture Club’s “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me” and more in this episode, and watch some of the interview highlights below. Then make sure to like, review, and subscribe to TSBTS wherever you get podcasts for updates on all our new episodes.
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