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“Misfit” is a song by the British band Curiosity Killed the Cat, released in August 1986 with “Man” on the B-side as their debut single, and re-released in June 1987 as the single from their debut album, “Keep Your Distance”.

Curiosity Killed the Cat formed in 1984, comprising Ben Volpeliere-Pierrot (vocals), Julian Godfrey Brookhouse (guitar), Nick Thorpe (bass), and Migi Drummond (drums). “Misfit” was written by the band members and produced by Stewart Levine, a renowned producer who worked with artists such as Simply Red and Joe Cocker. The song was initially released in 1986, with a re-release following in 1987 to capitalize on its growing popularity.

Upon its initial release in 1986, “Misfit” performed modestly on the charts. However, after being re-released in 1987, the song became a substantial hit. It reached number 7 on the UK Singles Chart and gained popularity in other countries, including Ireland and Italy.

The music video for “Misfit” was directed by the acclaimed artist Andy Warhol. The video also features a cameo appearance by him.

Curiosity Killed The Cat – Misfit – Lyrics