General Public were an English new wave band, formed in Birmingham in 1983, by vocalists Dave Wakeling and Ranking Roger of the Beat, and which also included former members of Dexys Midnight Runners, the Specials, and the Clash. They are best remembered for their hits "Tenderness" (1984) and "I'll Take You There" (1994).
General Public in 1994, left to right: Ranking Roger and Dave Wakeling
David Wakeling is an English singer, songwriter and musician, best known for his work with the band the Beat and General Public.
Wakeling performing in 2007