Middle Of The Road - Tweedle Dee, Tweedle Dum (1971) Hd 0815007 -

Despite the nursery rhyme title, the song actually tells a story of .

The lyrics depict a showdown between the MacDougalls and the MacGregors . Despite the nursery rhyme title, the song actually

"Tweedle Dee, Tweedle Dum" is a 1971 bubblegum pop hit by the Scottish band , known for its catchy "Europop" sound and rhythmic bagpipe-style melodies. Song Overview Artist: Middle of the Road . Released: March 1971 (Italy); August 1971 (UK). Writers: Lally Stott, and Giosy and Mario Capuano. Song Overview Artist: Middle of the Road

Peaked at #2 on the UK Singles Chart and sold over two million copies worldwide. The Story Behind the Lyrics Peaked at #2 on the UK Singles Chart

The names "Tweedle Dee" and "Tweedle Dum" are used ironically to suggest that the reason for the fighting is trivial or nonsensical—echoing the classic Lewis Carroll characters who fought over a "nice new rattle". Key Facts & Trivia

It mentions "McDougal" gathering his clan in a cavern and the sound of claymores (Scottish swords) being drawn.