Dexys Midnight Runners confuse and delight as they kick off Commonwealth Games closing

msn.com:

Commonwealth Games closing ceremony in Birmingham brought many unexpected delights, one of which was Dexys Midnight Runners opening proceedings with their smash hit Come On Eileen.

The night might have belonged to Ozzy Osbourne’s barnstorming surprise performance with Black Sabbath at the night’s close, but plenty were delighted to hear a live rendition of this 1982 classic.

As well as the popular nostalgia, there were many coming to terms with the news of the band’s Birmingham origins, with the closing ceremony a celebration of the musical heritage of the West Midlands. ‘For some reason I thought they were Irish,’ mused one fan, while another tweeted: ‘Loving this (although I am today years old when I found out Dexy’s Midnight Runners were Brummie instead of Scottish). ’However, the Brummies watching were well aware of the band’s heritage. ‘Ansell’s brewery and Dexy’s Midnight Runners.

I love Brum and miss you so!’ lamented one viewer, adding the hashtag ‘#motherland’. ‘Childhood memories come floating back!! #Dexy’s Midnight Runners.