Clout was a South African rock group formed in Johannesburg in 1977, renowned for their hit single "Substitute." Initially an all-female ensemble, they later incorporated male musicians who had contributed as session artists on their recordings. Their rendition of "Substitute," a reimagined version of a Righteous Brothers song composed by Willie Wilson, achieved remarkable success in 1978, reaching No. 1 in South Africa, New Zealand, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Sweden, Austria, Denmark, and Belgium. The track also secured the No. 2 spot on the UK Singles Chart, maintaining its position for 15 weeks. Clout's musical style blended rock with pop sensibilities, leading to additional Top 10 singles such as "Save Me," "You've Got All of Me," and "Under Fire." The band disbanded in 1981, leaving a lasting legacy in the international music scene. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clout_%28band%29?utm_source=openai))