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The Cure's 'Boys Don’t Cry' Hits 1 Billion Streams!

1/22/2026

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The Cure, a British rock band, saw "Boys Don’t Cry" reach 1 billion Spotify streams.
A limited-edition reissue drops January 30, 2026, in vinyl, CD, and digital formats.
The song was originally released in 1979 and gained recognition after a 1986 remix.
The reissue includes remastered versions of the 1986 Mix and B-sides "Plastic Passion" and "Pillbox Tales."
The Cure will tour Europe in summer 2026, performing at various festivals.

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Story summary

The Cure, a British rock band, saw "Boys Don’t Cry" reach 1 billion Spotify streams.
A limited-edition reissue drops January 30, 2026, in vinyl, CD, and digital formats.
The song was originally released in 1979 and gained recognition after a 1986 remix.
The reissue includes remastered versions of the 1986 Mix and B-sides "Plastic Passion" and "Pillbox Tales."
The Cure will tour Europe in summer 2026, performing at various festivals.