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One of the major catalysts for the album's success was the inclusion of the cover song “Since You Been Gone.” Originally composed by Russ Ballard, this catchy tune became a top 10 single in the UK, peaking at number six. Although it didn't achieve similar levels of success in the US, where it reached only number 57 on the Billboard charts, its enduring popularity on classic rock radio and its inclusion in the Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 soundtrack solidified its status as one of Rainbow's signature tracks.