Paul Weller - Village Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'Village' by Paul Weller?

   'Village' was written by Paul Weller and his longtime producer Stan Kybert.

2. What inspired Paul Weller to write 'Village'?

   Paul Weller cited Roy Ayers' 1972 track 'We Live In Brooklyn Baby' as a key inspiration for 'Village.' The song's spooked groove was also sampled by Kendrick Lamar for his 2012 cut 'Good Kid.'

3. Who contributed to the orchestral accompaniment in 'Village'?

   The orchestral accompaniment in 'Village' was provided by Paraorchestra, an integrated orchestra of professional disabled and non-disabled musicians based in Bristol.

4. Which former bandmate of Paul Weller contributed to the track 'Village'?

   Former Style Council bandmate Mick Talbot added keys to the track. He contributed towards three songs on the album 'On Sunset,' which includes 'Village.'

5. 'Village' is part of which album by Paul Weller?

   'Village' is a track from Paul Weller's fifteenth solo album, titled 'On Sunset,' which was released on July 3, 2020.

6. How does Paul Weller describe the perspective of the character in the song 'Village'?

   "It's a dreamy and beautiful meditation sung from the decidedly un-rock'n'roll perspective of a man who is entirely happy with his state in life," says Paul Weller about the character in 'Village.'