Windy

The Association

About Windy

"Windy" is a pop music song written by Ruthann Friedman and recorded by the Association. Released in 1967, the song reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in July of that year. Overseas, it went to No. 34 in Australia, and No. 3 in Yugoslavia. Later in 1967 an instrumental version by jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery became his biggest Hot 100 hit when it peaked at No. 44. "Windy" was the Association's second U. S. No. 1, following "Cherish" in 1966. Billboard ranked the record as the No. 4 song for 1967. The lead vocals were sung in unison by Russ Giguere and Larry Ramos. Ramos said Ruthann Friedman had written the song about a man, and that the Association changed the lyrics to make it about a woman. Friedman refuted the rumor on her website: There are many explanations of who Windy actually was in Ruthann's life. She would have you know, she being me, Ruthann Friedman, that none of them are true. Windy was indeed a female and purely a fictitious character who popped into my head one fine day in 1967 ... 


Year:
2010
2:41
23 
#3

 The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com

Who's peekin' out from under a stairway
Calling a name that's lighter than air
Who's bending down to give me a rainbow
Everyone knows it's Windy

Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
Everyone knows it's Windy

And Windy has stormy eyes
That flash at the sound of lies
And Windy has wings to fly
Above the clouds (above the clouds)
Above the clouds (above the clouds)

And Windy has stormy eyes
That flash at the sound of lies
And Windy has wings to fly
Above the clouds (above the clouds)
Above the clouds (above the clouds)

Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
Everyone knows it's Windy

Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
Everyone knows it's Windy

Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
Everyone knows it's Windy

Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment
Everyone knows it's Windy

Who's tripping down the streets of the city
Smilin' at everybody she sees
Who's reachin' out to capture a moment

 Struggling with Windy? Become a better singer in 30 days with these videos!


The Association

The Association is a pop music band from California in the folk rock or soft rock genre. During the 1960s, they had numerous hits at or near the top of the Billboard charts and were the lead-off band at 1967's Monterey Pop Festival. more »

5 fans

Written by: Ruthann Friedman

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind


11 facts about this song

Background
"Windy" is a popular song by The Association, an American sunshine pop band from California.
Release Information
The song was first released in 1967 as part of their album "Insight Out".
Success
"Windy" became a major hit for The Association, reaching No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in July 1967.
Songwriters
The song was written by Ruthann Friedman, who was a friend of the band members.
Unusual Element
Despite being written by a woman (Friedman), the original version of "Windy" is sung from a male perspective.
Lyrical Content
"Windy" refers to a woman who is breezy, energetic, and always on the move.
Cultural Impact
"Windy" has been featured in multiple films and television shows such as "The Simpsons", "Breaking Bad", and "The Monkees".
Certification
The song was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America for sales of one million units.
Cover versions
"Windy" has been covered by several artists, including Wes Montgomery and Astrud Gilberto.
Random Fact
It is rumored that Friedman wrote the song about a loveable but eccentric character from her San Francisco neighbourhood, contradicting the band's direct statement that the song is about a carefree, joyous woman who embodies the spirit of the era.
Connection with Beatles
The song knocked "All You Need is Love" by the Beatles off the number 1 spot on the Billboard chart in 1967.

Discuss the Windy Lyrics with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "Windy Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 16 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/18810868/The+Association/Windy>.

    Missing lyrics by The Association?

    Know any other songs by The Association? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Watch the song video

    Windy

    2.8M
    23,117     0

    Top Hot 100 Songs 1967

    Billboard #1


    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    What is the opening line to Queen's song 'Bohemian Rhapsody'?
    A Is this the real time?
    B Is this the real life?
    C Is this the real love?
    D Is this the real deal?

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Don't miss The Association's

    Upcoming Events

    »
    The Association tracks

    On Radio Right Now

    Loading...

    Powered by OnRad.io


    Think you know music? Test your MusicIQ here!