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Whisper
first
song
on
record?
(5)
Whisper first song on record? (5)
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The whole clue is the definition (& lit or double definition).
How the clue works
The definition is Whisper — an aside is a remark spoken quietly, under one's breath. But look at first song on record? too, because the A-side is the lead track on a vinyl single. Both halves of the clue point you neatly to the same answer.