Weekend
Earth and Fire
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Sunday and it's so hard to say goodbye I don't know what to do passing the days without you Friday night when I see you again You'll make a fool out of me I don't wanna be your lover for the weekend Sometimes when I'm looking at your face There's something in your eyes that makes me realize We've got no chance if we're going on this way You mean such a lot to me I don't wanna be your lover for the weekend Love in a woman's heart I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part) It's strange that this feeling grows more and more ‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before Sunday and it's so hard to say goodbye I don't know what to do passing the days without you Friday night when I see you again You'll make a fool out of me I don't wanna be your lover for the weekend Love in a woman's heart I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part) It's strange that this feeling grows more and more ‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before Love in a woman's heart I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part) It's strange that this feeling grows more and more ‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before Sometimes when I'm looking at your face There's something in your eyes that makes me realize We've got no chance if we're going on this way You mean such a lot to me I don't wanna be your lover for the weekend Love in a woman's heart I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part) It's strange that this feeling grows more and more ‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before Love in a woman's heart I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part) It's strange that this feeling grows more and more ‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before Love in a woman's heart I wanna have the pope a night apart (Het moet zijn: I wanna have the whole and not a part) It's strange that this feeling grows more and more ‘Cause I've never loved someone like you before
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Written by: H P Baxxter, Rick J. Jordan, Juergen Frosch, Jens Peter Thele, Gerard Koerts, Dirk Mike Dierickx
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12 facts about this song
Origin and Era"Weekend" is a popular song by the Dutch rock band Earth and Fire. It was released in 1979, making it a part of the classic 70s rock era.
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Chart SuccessUpon its release, "Weekend" enjoyed immense popularity, and it reached number one on the Dutch Top 40, achieving huge commercial success.
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International PopularityNot only did it top charts in the Netherlands, but the song also gained significant popularity in Belgium and France. It became a pan-European hit.
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Singing LanguageAn interesting fact about "Weekend" is that it's sung in English, not in Dutch, which is the band's native language. This factor helped it gain an international audience.
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Band MembersAt the time of the song's release, Earth and Fire consisted of Jerney Kaagman as the lead vocalist, Chris Koerts and Gerard Koerts as guitarists, and Ab Tamboer as the drummer.
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Album"Weekend" was part of the band's album called "Reality Fills Fantasy," which was also a commercial success.
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Genre"Weekend" is classified under progressive rock, pop rock, and progressive pop, showcasing the band's versatility and innovation in their music style.
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SongwritingThe song was written by Gerard Koerts and Hans Ziech.
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Later Performances"Weekend" continues to remain a popular choice for radio broadcasts and performances even decades after its release, proving its timeless appeal.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Weekend" showcases the band performing the song, and it also includes animations that were quite innovative for that time.
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Cover Versions"Weekend" has inspired numerous cover versions by various artists, indicating its strong influence in the music industry.
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Lasting LegacyThe song has become part of the "Top 2000 of all times," a radio show in the Netherlands, symbolizing its lasting legacy and popularity.
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