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NYT Daily • August 19, 2025

1970 classic by the Kinks

Answer:

LOLA

Hint:

This song’s title character is a girl who walks like one but isn’t quite what she seems.

Explanation:

The clue refers to "Lola," a famous 1970 song by the British rock band the Kinks. It’s a catchy, socially observant track about a romantic encounter with a transgender woman, blending rock with a bit of music hall flair. The title is straightforward—no wordplay—just the name of the song, which became one of the band’s biggest hits. If you know classic rock, this one’s a gimme.

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