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"Shame" is a 1985 synth-pop single by the American new wave band The Motels that peaked at number 21 on the US Billboard Hot 100.Overview and Background Release: Released in July 1985 as the lead single from the band's fifth studio album, Shock. Credits: Written by lead singer Martha Davis and produced by Richie Zito. Musical Style: Shifted the band toward a sleek synth-pop sound while maintaining dramatic melodies. Lyrical Themes Regret and Reflection: Focuses on looking back at past mistakes and the time wasted on "agonizing yesterdays".Shared Blame: Features the prominent and catchy refrain, "Shame on me, shame on you / Shame on every little thing that we do". Music Video Concept: Directed by a young David Fincher, the video features Martha Davis singing in a hotel room while her partner sleeps. Surreal Ending: Davis watches a billboard of herself start to sing before leaving the room and walking right into the billboard.