Song

Desperate But Not Serious

by Adam Ant

Desperate But Not Serious is a 1982 song by Adam Ant, 3:51 long, which peaked at #66 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Charted (#66)

Released 1982 Hot 100 peak #66 · 8 weeks Length 3:51 Pop-Rock, New Wave

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Performance tips

• Sing it cool and understated.
• Let the chorus lift without shouting.
• Think ironic confidence, not drama.

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