"Weekend" is a song written by English singer-songwriter Mick Jackson and Tommy Mayer, and released in 1978 on Jackson's Weekend album. It was then covered in 1979 by the American group Wet Willie where it peaked at number 29 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 during the summer of that year.Joel Whitburn's Top Pop Singles 1955-1990 - Jackson's version charted in the United Kingdom, reaching #38.
"Weekend" was the first release from their album, Which One's Willie? The song was their final top 40 single under the group's name before their rebranding under the name of the lead singer, Jimmy Hall. The song also charted in Canada, reaching number 34.RPM 100 Singles, September 8, 1979
The song emphasizes the importance of fun and relaxation following a busy work week. The lyrics also express the urgent need to make the most of life during youth.
Radio stations WRTH-LP in Greenville, SC, KYBG in Lafayette, Louisiana, WAFN-FM in Arab, Alabama, and 70-80.it (id call NBC Milano) in Milan, Italy plays the Wet Willie version of the song at 5:00 PM every Friday as a weekend kickoff.
Charts Mick Jackson Chart (1979)PeakpositionUK Singles Chart38Italy (Musica e dischi) Set "Tipo" on "Singoli". In the "Artista" field, search "Mick Jackson", then, in the "Titolo" field, search "Weekend". 12
Wet Willie Chart (1979)PeakpositionCanadian RPM Top Singles34US Billboard Hot 100Joel Whitburn's Top Pop Singles 1955-1990 - 29US Cash Box Top 100 29
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