Why (Annie Lennox song)

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"Why" is the debut solo single from Scottish singer-songwriter Annie Lennox, released on 16 March 1992 by RCA Records as the lead single from her debut solo album Diva (1992). Written by Lennox and produced by Stephen Lipson, it has since become considered as a signature song for Lennox, and has been credited for its emotional songwriting technique. Despite being considered a "risky choice" to launch her solo career, the song achieved considerable commercial success in international territories, including in the United Kingdom, where it peaked at number five on the UK Singles Chart, and in the United States, where it reached number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100. Additionally, "Why" reached number one in Italy and entered the top 10 in nine other countries. Its accompanying music video was directed by Sophie Muller and filmed in Italy. It won the Ivor Novello Award for Best Song Musically and Lyrically in 1993, and the MTV Video Music Award for Best Female Video at the 1992 ceremony. The...

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