London's Brilliant Parade

"London's Brilliant Parade" is a song written and performed by new wave musician Elvis Costello that was first released on his 1994 album Brutal Youth. Written as a reflection on Costello's birth city of London, the song features lyrics based on his recollection of London during the 1960s as well as music inspired by the Kinks. The song was one of those on the album that featured Costello performing with his longtime backing band the Attractions, who reunited during the course of the album's recording. As such, Costello singled out the song as an instance of the band's ability to perform sophisticatedly.

"London's Brilliant Parade" was, at Costello's insistence, released as the fourth and final single from Brutal Youth in 1994. The song's tender melody and nostalgic lyrics garnered the song critical acclaim and the song has since appeared on Costello compilation albums.