Wings Release ‘With A Little Luck’ Single – 24 March 1978
Friday 24 March 1978 | Paul McCartney, Release, Wings
On 24 March 1978, Wings released their single ‘With A Little Luck’ in the United Kingdom, one week ahead of the album London Town.
The release marked one of the standout commercial moments of Wings’ late 1970s period, showcasing Paul McCartney’s continued ability to craft chart-friendly pop hits.
Single Details
The UK single featured:
- A-side: With A Little Luck
- B-sides: Backwards Traveller and Cuff Link
The track would go on to become one of the most recognisable songs from the London Town album era.
UK Chart Performance
‘With A Little Luck’ entered the UK Singles Chart on 1 April 1978 at number 42.
It climbed steadily to reach a peak position of number five on 22 April 1978, remaining on the chart for a total of nine weeks.
US Success
The single proved even more successful in the United States, where it had been released slightly earlier on 17 March 1978.
‘With A Little Luck’ reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, holding the top spot for two weeks from 20 May 1978.
This achievement reinforced Wings’ strong presence in the American market during the late 1970s.
The London Town Era
The single served as a key promotional release for the forthcoming album London Town, which arrived in early April 1978.
Recorded during a turbulent period for Wings, including lineup changes, the album nonetheless produced commercially successful material.
‘With A Little Luck’ stood out as one of its most polished and radio-friendly tracks.
Wings in 1978
By 1978, Wings were firmly established as one of the world’s leading rock bands, with Paul McCartney continuing to balance commercial appeal with evolving musical styles.
The success of ‘With A Little Luck’ demonstrated McCartney’s enduring songwriting strength in the post-Beatles era.
Location
United Kingdom
‘With A Little Luck’ was released across the UK on 24 March 1978.
FAQs
When was ‘With A Little Luck’ released in the UK?
The single was released on 24 March 1978.
How did the song perform in the UK charts?
It reached number five and remained on the chart for nine weeks.
Did the song reach number one anywhere?
Yes, it reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks in May 1978.
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