Barry Keoghan‘s recent film, “Saltburn,” has surprisingly revived Sophie Ellis-Bextor‘s 2001 song “Murder on the Dancefloor” in the charts. The movie’s ending sequence, where the protagonist gleefully dances through a mansion in the buff to Ellis-Bextor’s song after defeating a wealthy UK family, is responsible for the resurgence.
Film Boosts 20-Year-Old Song ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’ to Chart Success
Its participation in the film validates its inclusion, and audiences are rediscovering it, pushing it to 8th on the Official UK Singles Chart. It’s also #3 on Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Digital Song Sales Chart, behind Cher and Dua Lipa. Ellis-Bextor’s song is trending on Spotify and elsewhere.
Audiences leaving theaters actively seek out “Murder on the Dancefloor,” reviving it across platforms and streaming services. “Saltburn” has left a lasting impression. Sophie Ellis-Bextor thanked the unexpected attention and noted the song’s 20-year popularity. She loves that new listeners are making memories with her songs.
This film’s quirkiness is shown in its all-nude dancing scene and other unusual scenes, such as a graveyard and bathtub scene. The mix of dropping dead on the dancefloor and dropping trou on-screen has worked for Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Barry Keoghan’s fans, despite its unorthodox material.
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Sophie Ellis-Bextor Thrilled as ‘Murder on the Dancefloor’ Makes a Chart Comeback Thanks to ‘Saltburn’ Scene
Sophie Ellis-Bextor, grateful for the attention and money, said she still enjoys singing the song live. Despite her inability to absorb the unexpected interest, she acknowledged the song’s beauty in creating new memories.
A spectacular naked dancing scene in Barry Keoghan’s film “Saltburn,” revived Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s “Murder on the Dancefloor,” chart performance. This unexpected resurrection has put the song on many charts, giving Ellis-Bextor financial and artistic success and delighted Barry Keoghan fans.
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