Wight Is Wight
Michel Delpech
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Written by: MICHEL DELPECH, ROLAND RICHARD VINCENT
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Song Classification"Wight Is Wight" is a pop song. It's a type of popular music that originated in its modern form during the mid-1950s in the United States and the United Kingdom.
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Artist BackgroundThe song is by Michel Delpech, a French singer-songwriter and actor. Known for incorporating a bit of humor into his songs, Delpech enjoyed significant popularity in France during the 1970s and early 1980s.
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Song Release"Wight Is Wight" was released in 1969. It quickly became one of Delpech's biggest hits, reaching the top of the charts in France.
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by the 1969 Isle of Wight Festival, a music festival that takes place every year on the Isle of Wight in England.
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Song Theme"Wight Is Wight" reflects the Flower Power movement, a subculture of the 1960s known for advocating nonviolence, an open acceptance of life, and a return to an interest in arts and creativity.
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Lyric ContentThe song mentions famous artists like Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and Donovan who were associated with the hippie movement and have performed at the Isle of Wight Festival.
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Song Popularity"Wight Is Wight" sold more than a million copies worldwide, showcasing Delpech's international appeal.
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LegacyToday, the song is seen as a classic. It represents a specific era and image of the late 1960s.
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Song CoverSeveral artists have covered "Wight Is Wight" including Tom Jones and Sandie Shaw. It further proves the appeal and creation of cover versions by different artists from around the world.
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Song in Pop Culture"Wight Is Wight" continues to appear in popular culture, it has been featured in films, TV shows, and on various compilation albums of 1960s music.
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AwardsWhile there is no record of "Wight Is Wight" winning any specific awards, the song was integral in Michel Delpech's "Male Artist of the Year" win at the "Victoires de la Musique" award show in 1984.
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Longevity"Wight Is Wight" continues to be popular and is frequently played on radio stations that feature classic, 1960s, and 1970s music. It also has a strong presence on digital streaming platforms.
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