single · June 28, 1968

Days

The Kinks

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"Days" is a wistful ballad that found The Kinks trading their usual sharp wit for tender reflection, showcasing a more mature and vulnerable side. The single served as a poignant preview of the introspective themes that would define their subsequent album, *The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society*.

• Despite its critical acclaim, "Days" did not chart in the UK Top 40, a rare occurrence for the band at the time.
• The single was released in June 1968, preceding the November release of *The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society*.
• Ray Davies has often cited "Days" as one of his most personally cherished compositions.

The Kinks were a British rock band formed in Muswell Hill, London, in 1963, known for their catchy melodies and observational, often satirical, lyrics. By 1968, they had established themselves as one of the UK's premier rock acts, navigating the psychedelic era after a period of establishing their signature sound.