Water (Lynsey de Paul song)

"Water" is a song written and performed by British singer-songwriter Lynsey de Paul. It was the United Kingdom's entry in the Eurovision Song Contest 1977, held in London. The song finished in second place with 121 points, behind Marie Myriam's winning entry "L'oiseau et l'enfant" for France.

The song is an upbeat pop song with a somewhat unconventional structure, featuring a prominent piano riff and brass section. The lyrics are deceptively simple, using the metaphor of water to explore themes of love and relationships. De Paul, who also wrote the song, described it as being about the ebb and flow of emotions in a relationship, comparing them to the constant movement and changing nature of water.

"Water" was a commercial success in the UK, reaching number two on the UK Singles Chart. It also charted in several other European countries. Since its release, the song has become a classic of the Eurovision Song Contest and is often cited as one of the best British entries in the competition. It has been covered by various artists and remains a popular track for de Paul.