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Word of Mouth (Mike + The Mechanics song)
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Wikipedia article
"'Word of Mouth'" is a song by Mike + The Mechanics. It was released in March 1991 as the lead single from their album 'Word of Mouth'. It was the most successful single from that album peaking at No.13 on UK Singles Chart. It also peaked at No.78 in the United States, their last single to chart there, and at No.36 in Canada.
Composition
The song is driven by electric guitar and synthesizer hooks played in unison, as well as the powerful vocal performance of Paul Young, who sings multiple B4 chest voice high notes. Coupled with layered hand clap and audience effects, the song has a distinctive live, stadium rock sound.
Critical reception
AllMusic lauded the track as a "rousing singalong" and "killer pop song."
Music video
The music video was directed by Paul Boyd and premiered in early 1991.
Charts
Weekly charts
Year-end charts
References
Category:1991 singles
Category:Mike + The Mechanics songs
Category:Music videos directed by Paul Boyd
Category:Song recordings produced by Christopher Neil
Category:Songs written by Mike Rutherford
Category:Songs written by Christopher Neil
Category:Rock ballads
Category:1991 songs
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