Formed in Leeds in the late 1970s around singer and songwriter Green Gartside, Scritti Politti evolved from post-punk experimentalism into one of the most sophisticated pop acts of the 1980s. Known for their sleek production, philosophical lyrics, and Gartside’s distinctive falsetto, the group blended intellectual lyricism with polished synth-pop and R&B influences. Their acclaimed albums *Cupid & Psyche 85* and *Provision* produced hits like “Wood Beez (Pray Like Aretha Franklin)” and “Perfect Way,” earning global recognition and cementing Scritti Politti’s place as pioneers of intelligent, genre-defying pop.