How a 50-year-old Cliff Richard song became a hit thanks to GTA 6

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20 Oct 2026 • 2:40 PM MYT
The Independent
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How a 50-year-old Cliff Richard song became a hit thanks to GTA 6

  • Sir Cliff Richard’s 1976 single "Devil Woman" is experiencing a resurgence in popularity among younger generations after being included in an extended trailer for the upcoming video game Grand Theft Auto VI.
  • Following the soundtrack reveal, Spotify streams for the song soared by 325 per cent, with Gen Z fans rushing to stream the track and purchase physical vinyl copies of the record.
  • Originally released on the 1976 album I’m Nearly Famous, "Devil Woman" previously peaked at No 9 in the UK and No 6 in the US, and was also featured in the 2017 film I, Tonya.
  • The eclectic GTA VI soundtrack includes 34 songs spanning multiple genres and eras, alongside an original score composed by French electronic duo Justice.
  • Scheduled for release on 17 November, Grand Theft Auto VI continues a growing media trend of introducing classic records to modern music fans.

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