🔘 Look Wot You Dun – Single: Jan. 1972

In the early months of 1972, Slade were rapidly rising as one of the most exciting and successful bands in the emerging glam rock scene. With their stomping boots, skinhead-to-glam image and raw, working-class energy, the band delivered another high-impact single with “Look Wot You Dun.” The track combined Noddy Holder’s powerful raspy vocals with a driving riff and a massive, singalong chorus that perfectly captured the band’s infectious live energy.

Released on January 28, 1972, the single appeared on Polydor Records under catalogue number 2058 195. Backed with “Candidate,” this 7-inch release marked Slade’s third consecutive UK Top 10 hit and helped build the unstoppable momentum that would see them dominate the charts throughout 1972 and 1973.

Label: Polydor Records

Catalogue Number: 2058 195

Format: 7" Vinyl Single (Push-Out/Solid Centre)

Released: January 28, 1972 (UK)

Cover of Slade's single "Look Wot You Dun," released in Belgium under the Polydor label with catalogue number 2058 195.

🔘 Track List

UK 7" Single — Polydor – 2058 195 — 1972

A. Look Wot You Dun

B. Candidate

Written by:

- Look Wot You Dun: Noddy Holder / Jim Lea / Don Powell

- Candidate: Noddy Holder / Jim Lea

Produced by: Chas Chandler

Recorded: 1971

🔘 Key Highlights

• Released January 28, 1972

• Slade’s third consecutive UK Top 10 single

• Featured Noddy Holder’s distinctive gravelly vocal and a stomping glam-rock riff

• Don Powell contributed most of the lyrics to the A-side

• Chart debut: February 5, 1972

• Peaked at No. 4 in the UK

🔘 The Story

By early 1972 Slade had already scored hits with “Coz I Luv You” and “Take Me Bak ’Ome,” and “Look Wot You Dun” continued their winning streak. Written by Noddy Holder, Jim Lea and drummer Don Powell (who wrote most of the lyrics), the song was a classic Slade stomper — loud, simple and designed for maximum audience participation. The misspelled title was typical of the band’s playful, phonetic style that connected directly with their young fans.

The B-side “Candidate” offered a slower, heavier contrast with its gritty riff and darker tone. Produced by former Animals bassist Chas Chandler, the single maintained Slade’s raw power while adding just enough polish to make it radio-friendly. The release helped solidify Slade’s reputation as one of the hardest-working and most successful glam rock bands of the era.

1972 Netherlands release of Slade's 7" single "Look Wot You Dun" by Polydor (2058 195)

🔘 Variants (UK)

• 7", 45 RPM, Push-Out Centre — Polydor – 2058 195 — UK — 1972

• 7", 45 RPM, Solid Centre — Polydor – 2058 195 — UK — 1972

• 7", 45 RPM, Demo — Polydor – 2058 195 — UK — 1972

• Issued in standard Polydor company sleeve

🔘 Chart Performance

UK — Official Singles Chart

Entered the chart on February 5, 1972 and peaked at No. 4. It spent a total of 13 weeks on the chart.

Total Weeks: 13

🔘 Context & Notes

• A-side: “Look Wot You Dun” – stomping glam-rock anthem with a huge chorus and raw energy.

• B-side: “Candidate” – heavier, slower track providing strong contrast to the upbeat A-side.

• Production: Chas Chandler – shaping Slade’s powerful, crowd-pleasing sound.

• Sleeve notes: Standard Polydor company sleeve.

• Historical placement: Released in the very early stages of the glam rock explosion, helping Slade establish their chart dominance alongside T. Rex and Sweet.

• Reissues / compilation appearances: Features on all major Slade greatest hits collections and glam rock compilations.

Cover of Slade's 1972 single "Look Wot You Dun" released in Yugoslavia by Polydor Polydor S 53 654Legacy

🔘 Related Material

• Coz I Luv You (1971)

• Take Me Bak ’Ome (1972)

• Mama Weer All Crazee Now (1972)

• Slade Alive! (1972)

🔘 Discography

Coz I Luv You – Single: 1971

Look Wot You Dun – Single: 1972

Take Me Bak ’Ome – Single: 1972

Mama Weer All Crazee Now – Single: 1972

🔘 Mini‑Timeline

✦ 1971 — Recorded with producer Chas Chandler

✦ January 28, 1972 — UK single released

✦ February 5, 1972 — Enters UK Singles Chart

✦ February 1972 — Peaks at No. 4

✦ Early 1972 — Completes 13-week chart run

🔘 Glam Flashback

With boots stomping and voices roaring, Slade kicked off 1972 with “Look Wot You Dun,” proving that simple, loud and fun glam rock could conquer the British charts.

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🔘 Sources

Primary reference sources: Polydor Records, Discogs, Official Charts Company, contemporary music-press documentation, archival references.