1) Paul McCart… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist sharing the name Wings;
1) Paul McCartney and Wings (also known by their original name Wings) were a British–American rock band formed in 1971 by former Beatle Paul McCartney, his wife Linda McCartney on keyboards, session drummer Denny Seiwell, and former Moody Blues guitarist Denny Laine. Wings were noted for frequent personnel changes along with their commercial successes, going through three lead guitarists and four drummers. However, the core trio of the McCartneys and Laine remained intact throughout the group's existence.
Created following the McCartneys' 1971 album Ram, the band's first two albums, Wild Life (1971) and Red Rose Speedway (1973) (the latter featuring guitarist Henry McCullough), were viewed as artistic disappointments beside Paul's work with the Beatles. After the release of the title track of the James Bond movie Live and Let Die, McCullough and Seiwell resigned from the band. The McCartneys and Laine then released 1973's Band on the Run, a commercial and critical success that spawned two top ten singles in "Jet" and the title track. Following that album, the band recruited guitarist Jimmy McCulloch and drummer Geoff Britton, only for Britton to quit shortly afterwards and be replaced by Joe English. With the new line-up, Wings released 1975's Venus and Mars, which included the US number one single "Listen to What the Man Said", and undertook a highly successful world tour over 1975–76. Intended as more of a group effort, Wings at the Speed of Sound (1976) was issued midway through the tour and featured the hit singles "Silly Love Songs" and "Let 'Em In".
In 1977, the band earned their only UK number one single, with "Mull of Kintyre", which became the then-best-selling UK single in history. Wings experienced another line-up shuffle, however, with both McCulloch and English departing before the release of the group's 1978 album London Town. The McCartneys and Laine again added new members, recruiting guitarist Laurence Juber and drummer Steve Holley. The resulting album, Back to the Egg, was a relative flop, with its singles under-performing and the critical reception negative. During the supporting tour, Paul was arrested in Japan for cannabis possession, putting the band on hold. Despite a final US number one with a live-recorded version of "Coming Up" (1979), after Laine departed from the band, Wings discontinued in 1981.
Wings had twelve top-10 singles (including one number one) in the UK and fourteen top 10 singles (including six number ones) in the US. All 23 singles released by Wings reached the US top 40, and one two-sided hit, "Junior's Farm"/"Sally G", reached the top 40 with each side. Of the nine albums released by Wings, all went top 10 in either the UK or the US, with five consecutive albums topping the US charts. Paul McCartney was unquestionably Wings' leader and dominant creative force, but Denny Laine, Jimmy McCulloch, and Linda McCartney all contributed in songwriting, and Laine, McCulloch, Joe English, and Linda McCartney all performed lead vocals.
The success of Wings was a vindication for McCartney. His first few post-Beatles albums were highly criticized and often dismissed by critics as "lightweight" next to the more serious nature of his former bandmates' solo output. But by the mid-1970s, the solo careers of the other three former Beatles were in varying degrees of decline, with John Lennon putting his career on hold in 1975 for the first five years of his son Sean's life. A year later, George Harrison had all but retired from live performances, with his new releases failing to match the success of his initial solo output. Ringo Starr was living in Los Angeles and was writing and recording, but as a solo artist had not been performing onstage other than rare guest appearances. Meanwhile, Wings continued to tour regularly and enjoy much commercial success. According to author Robert Rosen, by 1980, Lennon was envious enough of McCartney's continuing success to make his re-emergence on the music scene.
One of the criticisms of Wings was that the other members were little more than sidemen backing up a solo McCartney. Guitarist Henry McCullough quit the band because he grew tired of being told by McCartney exactly what to play, and said that Wings were never a "real band." On the other hand, other former members of Wings such as Joe English and Laurence Juber have said that they were allowed a degree of creative freedom. In an interview, Juber, Wings' third lead guitarist, said, "I was a sideman, but the job assignment very much included considering myself a part of the band ... In all its incarnations Wings sounded like a band, not like a solo McCartney project and I think that reflects well not only on Paul's ability to share in the creative process, but also on the importance of Denny and Linda's contributions, too. The other players brought their own personalities to the scene."
In addition to its own output, Wings recorded several songs that were released through various outlets both before and after the band's break-up. Denny Laine's 1977 solo album Holly Days was a joint effort by Laine with Paul and Linda McCartney; three songs on Laine's 1980 solo album Japanese Tears were performed by Wings with Laine on lead vocals; Laine also contributed to several songs on Paul McCartney's 1982 and 1983 solo albums Tug of War and Pipes of Peace, respectively. Juber's instrumental "Maisie"—which was backed by members of Wings—appeared on his solo album Standard Time. The McCartneys and Laine contributed backing vocals to George Harrison's 1981 tribute to John Lennon, "All Those Years Ago". Linda McCartney continued to tour and record with her husband up until her death in 1998, after which a compilation of her songs entitled Wide Prairie was released that featured seven Wings songs written or co-written by her. Wings also backed Paul's brother Mike McGear on the McGear album, as well as McGear's band the Scaffold on the single "Liverpool Lou" and its B-side "Ten Years After on Strawberry Jam". Paul McCartney also used three unreleased Wings songs as B-sides of his solo singles several years after Wings' break-up.
Wings' 1977 single "Mull of Kintyre"/"Girls School" is still the biggest-selling non-charity single in the UK (although Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" sold more, its sales include a reissue in aid of the Terrence Higgins Trust), and it ranked fourth in the official list of all-time best-selling singles in the UK issued in 2002.
In 2001, Wingspan: Hits and History was released, a project spanning an album and a television special retrospective.
2) Wings: A Rock band from Malaysia. Their history began on the establishment in 1985 the Secondary School Sri Ampang in Kuala Lumpur. There, four young men who are still demanding joined forces to form a school band. As motivated and very interested in Rock music, especially rhythm, they agreed to singing rock'n'roll participating during their presentations. When it began the birth of WINGS although this group has no name.
Wings' original members are Awie, Jojet, Jo and Sham. The break-hit group when Jojet migrate to GERSANG while Arid and Jo resigned. While Syria set up new groups, named Group CRK.
Members:
Vocalists:
1) Awie (Ahmad Azhar Othman) 1985 - 1993. 2002 - Now
2) Mel (Ismail Zainuddin) 1995 - 1996
3) Mus (Mustafa Din) 1996 - 2001
Guitarists
1) Sham (Sham Baharom) 1985 - 1987
2) Tham Wing Kwan 1987
3) Joe (Abdul Zamin bin Abdul Kadir) 1988
Bassist
Eddie (Samsaidi Haji Ulong Idris) 1985 -Now
Drummer
1)Black(Azmi Hashim) 1985 - 1990. 1994 - Now
2) Jojet 1990 - 1993
3) Wings was also a Finnish death metal band which started in the early 90’s as a side project of Cartilage’s Gabriel Suoraniemi. This incarnation of Wings released a demo and a 7’‘EP. In 1994 Suoraniemi found a full line-up and the style changed to a more modern direction. They released one demo and a full-lenght album through Woodcut Productions (run by Suoraniemi’s ex-Cartilage comrade Mikki Salo) before splitting up. Most of the Wings line-up played in Enochian Crescent as well.
4) A duo in Korea is also using the name Wings (윙스).
Wonderful Christmastime
Wings Lyrics
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The spirits up
We're here tonight
And that's enough
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
The party's on
That only comes
This time of year
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
The choir of children sing their song
Ding dong, ding dong
Ding dong, ding oh
Oh
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
The word is out
About the town
To lift a glass
Ahhh don't look down
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
The choir of children sing their song
They practiced all year long
Ding dong, ding dong
Ding dong, ding dong
Ding dong, ding dong
The party's on
The spirits up
We're here tonight
And that's enough
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
The moon is right
The spirits up
We're here tonight
And that's enough
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Oh
Christmastime
“Wonderful Christmastime” is a classic Christmas song by Paul McCartney’s band, Wings. The song is an upbeat, joyful celebration of the holiday season. The opening lines “The moon is right, the spirits up, we're here tonight, and that's enough” establish the festive atmosphere, with the anticipation of the night’s party setting in.
The first verse of the song “The party's on, the feeling's here, that only comes, this time of year” speaks to the idea that Christmas is a time for celebration and joy. McCartney suggests that there is a special feeling in the air that comes only at Christmas time. This is further emphasized in the chorus of the song with the repetition of the refrain “Simply having a wonderful Christmastime.”
The second verse, “The word is out, about the town, to lift a glass, ahh don't look down” encourages listeners to let loose and have a good time. The lyrics suggest that everyone is talking about and looking forward to the festivities, and they should be shared with those around. The song ends with a final chorus, which incorporates children singing “Ding dong, ding dong,” which is a common refrain in many Christmas carols.
Line by Line Meaning
The moon is right
The timing for Christmas is perfect, and everything seems to be aligned properly.
The spirits up
People are feeling excited and cheerful for the holiday season.
We're here tonight
Everyone is present and ready to celebrate Christmas together for one night.
And that's enough
The holiday spirit is enough to make this a special and memorable time, especially with the people around you.
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
The simplicity of enjoying the holiday with loved ones is enough to create a wonderful Christmas experience.
The party's on
The celebration has begun.
The feelin's here
There's a sense of joy and excitement in the air that can only be felt during the Christmas season.
That only comes
This time of year is unique, and there are certain feelings that can only be experienced during Christmas.
This time of year
The holidays, specifically Christmas, has a certain magical feeling to it that only comes once a year.
The choir of children sing their song
The innocence and joy of children are celebrated through music during the Christmas holidays.
Ding dong, ding dong
The sound of the children's choir singing is joyful and celebratory.
The word is out
Everyone is talking about the joy and spirit of Christmas in the town.
About the town
The entire community is partaking in the holiday celebrations and festivities.
To lift a glass
To raise a glass in celebration of the joys and blessings of the holiday season.
Ahhh don't look down
Don't focus on the negative, enjoy the positive aspects of the holiday season.
They practiced all year long
The children's choir has been preparing for this performance for an entire year, demonstrating their dedication and hard work.
The spirits up
People are feeling excited and cheerful for the holiday season.
And that's enough
The holiday spirit is enough to create a positive and uplifting atmosphere.
Christmastime
The holiday season centered around the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GEORGE HARRISON, JOHN LENNON, JOHN WINSTON LENNON, PAUL MCCARTNEY, PAUL JAMES MCCARTNEY, RICHARD STARKEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@olskzeri2723
@Uetti ZzzZzzz. Lame attempt to be funny.
So the man who joined Beatles "in an already set up affair" ("Sir Pauls" OWN words ON camera) with a different skullshape, height, eyecolours, personality, musical abilities, different accent, who hinted Shea Stadium was "Before my time" is the real James Paul McCartney ?
Jesus christ what you PIA-people are clueless. You do not know official Beatles history, you do not know how James Paul McCartney was as a person.
All you give me is either lame attempts at "comedy", insults or the retarded "Exactly the same!!!" argument.
In your world we "PID/Paul was replaced"-people are "crazies".
That is why it is so fascinating while i have the arguments you only have insults.
That is a sign who is right at the end of the day.
The Who sang already in the 70's about JPM's replacement in a very famous song, yet you PIA-people prefer to live your life with both eyes and ears closed.
"Sir Paul" have hinted ever since 1967 that he is NOT Paul McCartney, yet you never catch on.
So many years ago Lennon told you that JPM was "Yesterday" and William is "Another day".
Why do you fear truth so much ?
Truth is truth and it never changes.
Arguments or nothing at all. Do you think you can beat my arguments with silly "yOu mUst haVe bEen rEplaCed".
Grow up.
@olskzeri2723
@Uetti The big difference between you and me is that i see this from a logical perspective while you only act on your feelings. It doesn't matter if you want William to be the real Paul McCartney, no insults or "exactly the same!!!" nonsense can save that false narrative you are pushing.
I know, you have your pride. Rather than admitting that maybe, just maybe, it was wrong of you to just take for granted that "Sir Paul" is the real James Paul Mcartney and not doing your research beforehand you seems to believe by attacking me the world becomes a big safe La la-land where no one ever lies or are trying to hurt you.
But you... are you an adult or are you on the younger side ?
Starting up with a childish joke on your part while engaging with me didn't impress me at all. You either have arguments or you have nothing at all. Jokes are not arguments. Insults are not arguments. The strongest "insult" i use on people are that they are "gullible" or some little sarcasm here and there. But i still make my arguments very clear.
You see i do not do this from an emotional perspective, while i do care about the REAL James Paul McCartney, i still make my points as factual as i possible can.
Nothing i have stated have been disinfo.
The skullshape can not change once grown up. Scientific fact. And while you are stubborn now because "pId iS So CraZy", you know deep down that his eye colour could NOT change from brown to green.
JPM was the same height as Lennon, his replacement towered over Lennon. The "paUl hAd A grOwTh spUrT aT 24 yeArS oF aGe" is a silly claim. Even you must admit that.
None of "Sir Paul's" qoutes was put taken out of context. He said B E A T L E S.
Do yourself a favour and learn how JPM joined the band. "Sir Paul" version goes against official history.
If he told the TRUTH how he joined Beatles then he joined Beatles late 1966 in an already set up affair as Beatles new "Paul McCartney".
I do not care at all if my line of thoughts are too complex for you. The truth is that William (yes, George Harrison did call him WILLIAM ON camera) uses a lot of doublespeak that goes over peoples heads.
Why not be mature about this and at least study PID for 6 months and then make up your mind ? You are incredible naive if you think i suddenly over a night became a PID/Paul was replaced believer. I once upon a time resisted that theory like you do now. But i unlike you took the time to see this from BOTH sides.
The misstake you do is that you cling onto the Paul-is-Alive perspective like your life depended on it. You are too sentimental about this. Follow facts, not feelings is my advice to you.
When i realized that Paul was REPLACED i felt incredible betrayed. But hey life must go on. Truth is truth regardless if we like it or not.
Do not be one of thoose "living is easy with eyes closed people". With internet it is easy to reasearch things if you just take your time to do it.
Be honest, if the truth would ever come out during our lifetime, would you be a man (lets say you are a male) to admit you had been fooled during all thoose years or would you backtrack all your messages to hide the fact that you really believed William was JPM ?
"wiLl yOu bAcktrAck iF yoU aRe wRonG ?!"
I will not backtrack anything. But believe me, i am not afraid of being wrong regarding JPM being replaced. It doesn't stem from smugness or an arrogance from my side, it just comes from the fact that i researched the subject.
If more of you did that you would have caught on everytime "Sir Paul" doublespeaks.
While you take for granted he is the real deal me and many others knows that he have really no idea about the early days. He just makes up stuff as he goes along. Some things he obviously have read and remembers, but like on Letterman when he gets put on the spotlight he really had no clue about Fab Fours performance at the Ed Sullivan Show.
The real JPM would have remembered it.
I would recommend you to study JPM before late 1966 ("Billy Shears" showed up first time in the Kenya movie with Mal Evans and his debut with the Beatles was in december 1966).
If he is "Exactly the same!!!" then you have nothing to worry about.
What are you afraid of...?
Beatles and other groups used "Yesterday" as a codeword for JPM after he was gone.
"Yesterday" was a JPM song.
"Another day" is a William song.
That code from Lennon went over peoples heads, but it was a very smart clue when you think about it.
And study the lyrics of that famous song of The Who. To deny that is about JPM's replacement is just plain silly. The bandmembers in The Who knew the truth and did their own PID-song.
Maybe you should start to realize that the music industry behind the scenes is not a big La la-land where everyone is nice and telling the truth.
Seek truth in Beatles fiction and seek fiction in their truths.
Why did Beatles print out that Lennon said "Oh yesterday" in the lyrics of "All you need is love" when he really says "YES HES DEAD" ?
Instead of getting emotional over reading that, put on earphones and listen yourself. Like why is "Paul" screaming at the end of Sgt Pepper reprise that "PAUL IS REALLY DEAD" ?
Ringo may have "joked" he was the Last Beatle alive but in reality it was not a joke.
Why do you think Ringo pointed out on "Ellen" that he doesn't use "his" accent anymore ?
Who do you think Harrison really weept for in "While My guitars gently weep"...?
Why did the change of chemistry in the band ? Why stop touring ? Why overdub "House of lords" with "Houuuseeeee of Pauuuul" ?
This is where i end my message up to you. I give you this little "guide", but it is up for you to do the work.
If you have a single mature bone in your body you should at least start doing some research. It is mostly free (besides the books).
My advice is too see this from BOTH perspectives. Ask yourself why i once was like you but now is a firm believer in PID.
And this provokes most of you, but i am not wrong over this statement: The reason alot of you give "Sir Paul" a free pass is because you believe he is that charming cute guy that once wrote "Yesterday".
(And no, drugs do not change the skullshape... many of you are incredible naive but with good intentions).
Live well.
We will see what happens when "Sir Paul" dies, but if he ends up being mourned as the real James Paul McCartney the day he dies and you still are in a hypnotised state, then you can count on that me and alot of people will fight that false narrative.
If you are my enemy when that day comes so be it. But do not claim i didn't try to reach out to you.
@dr.bunsenhoneydew4362
The mood is right
The spirits up
We’re here tonight
And that’s enough
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
The party’s on
The feeling’s here
That only comes
This time of year
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
The choir of children sing their song
Ding dong, ding dong
Ding dong, ding ooh ooh
Do-do, do-do, do-do, do
We’re simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
The word is out
About the town
So lift a glass
Oh and don’t look down
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
The choir of children sing their song
They practiced all year long
Ding dong, ding dong
Ding dong, ding dong (dong)
Ding dong, ding dong (dong)
Ding dong, dong dong
The party’s on
The spirits up
We’re here tonight
And that’s enough (ohh)
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
We’re simply having a wonderful Christmastime
The mood is right
The spirits up
We’re here tonight
Oh and that’s enough (yeah)
We’re simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Simply having a wonderful Christmastime
Oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Wonderful Christmastime (Christmas)
@leokimvideo
Once this song is in your head it's impossible to remove
@feenixpg3d
this happened to me lol
@namachef
Leo I don't know how but we must have identical taste I swear I see you EVERYWHERE.
@filiperodrigofurtunatodias6852
facts. its been in my head for a week now.
@darq-
Been in my head since december
@thomasbrownlee7653
Happened to me
@Zany-
Song gives the Christmas spirit even when it’s not that time yet.
@dariusashley7951
Same bro
@Ellie-sx5fm
Same
@blackskinhead
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