Michael Gray - The Weekend (extended Vocal Mix) Guide
Gray famously changed Cheatham’s lyric "I can't wait for Saturday to begin" to "I can't wait for the weekend to begin" to make it more universal.
It is built around a reworked hook from Oliver Cheatham's 1983 disco classic, "Get Down Saturday Night" . Michael Gray - The Weekend (Extended Vocal Mix)
The Extended Vocal Mix runs for approximately 8:09 , offering a longer build-up compared to the 3:12 radio edit. ✨ The Story Behind the Hit Gray famously changed Cheatham’s lyric "I can't wait
The song was originally a "forgotten project" on Gray's hard drive before it was polished for release. Michael Gray - The Weekend (Extended Vocal Mix)
Features a powerful performance by English singer Shèna .

Well done piece. I’d add the Spinners’ Pick of the Litter & the Albums list. Top songs and production by Thom Bell.
Love that Guy Clark album.