Wild World (song)

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"Wild World" is a song written and recorded by English singer-songwriter Cat Stevens. It first appeared on his fourth album, Tea for the Tillerman (1970). Released as a single in September 1970 by Island Records and A&M Records, "Wild World" saw significant commercial success, garnering attention for its themes of love and heartbreak, and has been covered numerous times since its release. Jimmy Cliff, Maxi Priest and Mr. Big (released in 1971, 1988, and 1993 respectively) had successful cover versions of the song. Stevens called "Wild World" his "parting song" with his then-girlfriend Patti D'Arbanville, though in a separate, prior interview he stated it was not written about someone specific and it was rather his own reflection on life. Upon release, the song was criticized by some for alleged misogynism. Subsequent re-recordings by Stevens omit the word "girl", as well as the line "don't be a bad girl".

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