Meaning First Song Denny Laine Wrote Wings Time to Hide

Denny Laine co-wrote "No Words" for Wings' 1973 album. He contributed more to the 1976 album, including "Time to Hide."

Prior to the release of Wings' fifth album, Wings at the Speed of Sound, Denny Laine collaborated with Paul McCartney on the song "No Words" for the 1973 album Band on the Run. By the time the band was working on their 1976 album, Laine contributed more to the vocals on three tracks, including one that he wrote on his own, "Time to Hide."

The album reached No. 2 on the UK charts and included the hit song "Silly Love Songs," written by Paul and Linda McCartney, which reached No. 5 on both the UK and U.S. charts and featured Laine on vocals.

During the recording process at Abbey Road from 1975 to early 1976, the McCartneys wrote 10 of the tracks on the album, with the exception of "Wino Junko," written and sung by late Wings guitarist James McCulloch and drummer Colin Eric Allen.

In addition to "Silly Love Songs," Laine also sang on "The Note You Never Wrote" and "Time to Hide." In the liner notes of the album, Laine expressed that "Time to Hide" was his song and that Paul's contribution was helping with the arrangement, while his was more focused on the verses and choruses.

The lyrics of "Time to Hide" tell the story of a protagonist running from love and possibly from the law, needing time to hide away before committing to getting himself together. The song explores the larger concept of supporting loved ones in their times of need.

Driven by Laine's piercing vocals, "Time to Hide" is one of his standout moments. Paul McCartney played an electric guitar using a Gizmotron, a device created by 10cc's Lol Creme and Kevin Godley, which gave the track a unique sound. The album reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Overall, Wings at the Speed of Sound showcased Laine's increased vocal contributions and his ability to co-write and perform songs alongside Paul McCartney, solidifying the band's harmonious and collaborative nature.

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