"King for a Day" is a song by the English
rock band
XTC, released on their 1989 album ''
Oranges & Lemons''. Written by
Colin Moulding, it was the second single from the album and reached number 82 on the
UK Singles Chart. The music video featured a cameo appearance from guitarist
Dave Gregory's brother Ian, drummer of
the Dukes of Stratosphear. Their performance of the song on ''
Late Night with David Letterman
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'' marked the first time XTC had performed live in seven years.
Personnel
XTC
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Dave Gregory
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Colin Moulding
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Andy Partridge
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Pat Mastelotto
Charts
References
External links
"King for a Day" on Chalkhills
XTC songs
1989 singles
1989 songs
Virgin Records singles
Songs written by Colin Moulding
Black-and-white music videos
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