Bend Me, Shape Me

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"Bend Me, Shape Me" is a song written by Scott English and Larry Weiss. It was first recorded by the Outsiders as a track on their album In in 1966. The best-known version in the US is the 1967 single released by the American Breed that peaked at No. 5 on the US Billboard Hot 100 in early 1968, No. 3 in South Africa, and No. 24 on the UK Singles Chart. The American Breed's 2:05 single mix of this song was sped up during mastering for release, while the widely available original 2:25 version was done at a normal speed. The following year, The American Breed released their last single, "Anyway That You Want Me", which borrowed its title phrase from "Bend Me, Shape Me". Co-songwriter Scott English later went on to write and sing "Brandy", which Barry Manilow later covered as his 1974 breakout hit "Mandy". A video was also produced. The band members are seen working out in a gym and performing on stage.

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