Raymond Ian Burns (born 24 April 1954), known by the stage name Captain Sensible, is an English guitarist, singer and songwriter. He co-founded the punk rock band the Damned in 1976, originally playing bass before switching to guitar. He is known for his distinctive appearance including a red beret and sunglasses, typically with white frames. Sensible embarked on a solo career during the 1980s, achieving a UK number one hit with his version of Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Happy Talk" (1982)... [more on Wikipedia]
As a songwriter, Captain Sensible first charted in 1979 with Love Song.The artist scored 10 UK Top‑75 entries, including a single Top‑10 placement.
Top songs: #1: Glad It's All Over / Damned On 45 - #2: Love Song - #3: Wot - #4: Is It a Dream? - #5: Lovely Money
I Just Can't Be Happy Today
The Damned
Friday 13th (EP)
The Damned
#5 Lovely Money
The Damned
Stop the World
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There Ain't No Sanity Clause
The Damned
#1 Glad It's All Over / Damned On 45
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Thanks for the Night
The Damned
There Are More Snakes Than Ladders
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One Christmas Catalogue/Relax
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