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Released in August 1986, "Thorn in My Side" by the British pop-rock duo Eurythmics is a defiant, upbeat kiss-off anthem about breaking free from an untrustworthy, manipulative partner. Co-written by Annie Lennox and David A. Stewart, it served as the second single from their fifth studio album, Revenge. Song Style and Meaning Sound: Features a shift from early electronic synth-pop toward a punchy, guitar-driven rock and pop energy. Lyrics: Dismisses a toxic ex-lover as a "bundle of lies" and a permanent "thorn in my side", emphasizing empowerment over grief. Vocals: Annie Lennox recorded the fierce, ice-cold vocal track in a single take. Rare promotional radio station copy.