Wishyouawish
Hollies · Clarke Hicks & Nash Years [2011]
The countryside's mine
If I keep on singing
You'll follow behind
Tripping, tripping down the highway
No cares in my mind
As long as I'm going
They'll follow behind
I got no cares in my mind
Got no place to go
But still I don't mind
'Cause it's nice
Picking, picking up the daisies
I'm making a chain
If anybody breaks it
We'll start it again
Gazing, gazing down into the water
I'm diggin' the fish
I'll throw in a penny
To wish you a wish
Singing, singing in the sunshine
The countryside's mine
If I keep on singing
You'll follow behind
(Wish you a wish)
Wishyouawish
The Hollies remain one of the most enduring and influential groups in British rock history, known for their tight harmonies and melodic songwriting. 'Wishyouawish' appears on the compilation album Clarke Hicks & Nash Years, a collection that highlights a specific era in the band's long and varied career. This track exemplifies the group's signature sound, blending pop sensibilities with the sophisticated vocal arrangements that defined their success throughout the 1960s and beyond. While the band is often celebrated for major chart-topping hits, this recording offers a glimpse into their broader catalogue, showcasing the consistent quality and craftsmanship that kept them relevant across decades. The song stands as a testament to their ability to craft memorable melodies that resonate with listeners, maintaining the high standards of production and performance expected from such a legendary act in the English rock landscape.