Song resurgence due to GTA 6 trailer

A song by British singer Cliff Richard, titled Devil Woman, has seen a significant resurgence in popularity after being featured in the "Extended Look" trailer for the upcoming video game GTA 6. The 86-year-old artist expressed surprise at the renewed interest in his music, stating he was unaware of what a "rockstar" or "Grand Theft Auto" was.

Historical context of the song

The song, originally released in 1976 as part of the album I'm Nearly Famous, had previously gained attention when it was used in the 2017 film I, Tonya. According to reports, the track has experienced a 325 percent increase in daily plays since its inclusion in the GTA 6 trailer.

Cliff Richard's reaction to the attention

Cliff Richard shared his thoughts on the situation in an interview with The Times, mentioning that his nephew informed him about the sudden attention. The singer humorously questioned whether the game was "a television game, isn't it, really? One of the most important on television?"

Artist's perspective on relevance

Despite his confusion, he expressed happiness that his music remains relevant. He noted that people may no longer be content to view him as a relic of the past, acknowledging that his past work contributes to the present.

GTA 6's musical lineup

Rockstar Games, the developer of GTA 6, has revealed that the game's soundtrack will include both classic and contemporary tracks. The game is set to release on November 19 for PS5 and Xbox Series.