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"Wings" is a song by British girl group Little Mix from their 2012 debut studio album DNA. The group wrote the track with production team TMS and songwriters Iain James, Erika Nuri, Michelle Lewis, Mischke Butler and Heidi Rojas. It has a message of empowerment inspired by Little Mix's overcoming of the doubt and negativity they felt during the eighth UK series of The X Factor, being a girl band and the favourites to be eliminated after the first week of live shows. Eschewing dance music popular at the time, "Wings" is an uptempo bubblegum pop and R&B song composed of syncopated handclaps and a varying kick and snare drum arrangement. It has a complex song structure with a double chorus that has a key change from E minor to E major halfway. The track was released as DNA's lead single on 24 August 2012; it debuted at number one in the UK and Ireland, making it Little Mix's second consecutive number-one single in both countries. It also charted in the top 10 in Australia and Japan, the top 20 in New Zealand and at number 79 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song was acclaimed by music critics who found it catchy, and complimented its chorus and the group's vocal performance. The music video shows the group dancing in front of personalised backgrounds. Little Mix promoted the single with televised performances on T4 on the Beach, Friday Download, This Morning, Red or Black? and Daybreak. The song has been performed on all six of the group's concert tours, the most recent being LM5: The Tour in 2019. 


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Authorship
"Wings" is a song by British girl group Little Mix. It was co-written by the group members in collaboration with other writers such as Iain James, Erika Ender, and more.
Release Data
The song was released by Syco Music on 26 August 2012, serving as the lead single from their debut studio album, "DNA."
Genre and Style
"Wings" falls under the genre of pop music with influences of R&B and Hip-Hop. It features strong rhythms, rousing choruses, and positive lyrics.
Chart Success
"Wings" was a commercial success and topped the UK Singles Chart. It also charted within the top 10 in Ireland, Australia, and others.
Music Video
The music video for the song, premiered on YouTube, showcases the colorful and vibrant personality of Little Mix, with the members performing a high-energy dance routine.
Live Performances
Little Mix has performed "Wings" live at various events including the 2012 BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards and The X Factor, from which they initially gained fame.
Critical Reception
The song received positive reviews from music critics, with praise for its infectious beat, vocal performance, and motivating lyrics.
Awards
"Wings" won 'Best British Single' at the 2013 BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards.
Song Meaning
The song is about empowering oneself and not letting anyone bring you down. It's a message of self-confidence and resilience.
Personal Significance
The group members have said "Wings" is close to their hearts, representing their journey from individuals to a successful girl group.
Remixes and Cover Versions
"Wings" has been covered by various artists and a number of remixes have been made, reinforcing the song's popularity.

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