Kate Bush - Wow Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When was the song 'Wow' by Kate Bush released?

   'Wow' was released as the second single from Kate Bush's second album Lionheart on March 9, 1979.

2. Did 'Wow' achieve chart success?

   Yes, 'Wow' reached number 14 on the UK Singles Chart and stayed on the chart for ten weeks. It also reached number 17 in Ireland and was a moderate hit in Canada.

3. What inspired Kate Bush to write 'Wow'?

   Kate Bush was inspired to write 'Wow' after attempting to create a 'spacey' Pink Floyd song. The song addresses the music and entertainment industries, touching on elements of rock music, theater, and show business.

4. Was the music video for 'Wow' censored?

   Yes, the original music video for 'Wow' was censored by the BBC due to a gesture where Kate Bush patted her bottom while singing a risqué line about 'hitting the Vaseline.'

5. Did Kate Bush perform 'Wow' live?

   Yes, Kate Bush performed 'Wow' on the TV special ABBA in Switzerland in April 1979 and also used live performance footage for the 1986 compilation album The Whole Story.

6. Was there a unique aspect of the Canadian release of 'Wow'?

   Yes, the Canadian single of 'Wow' was notable for its unique sleeve and transparent yellow vinyl pressing.