Gypsy
The Moody Blues
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A gypsy of a strange and distant time Travelling in panic all direction blind Aching for the warmth of a burning sun Freezing in the emptiness of where he'd come from Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh Left without a hope of coming home. Speeding through a shadow of a million years Darkness is the only sound to reach his ears Frightening him with the visions of eternity Screaming for the future that can never be Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh Left without a hope of coming home. Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh A gypsy of a strange and distant time Travelling in panic all direction blind Aching for the warmth of a burning sun Freezing in the emptiness of where he'd come from Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh Left without a hope of coming home. Left without a hope of coming home Left without a hope of coming home
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"Gypsy" is a song by the British rock band, The Moody Blues. This band was formed in 1964 and is known for their innovative fusion of rock with classical music.
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Album ReleaseThe song is from their 1969 album "To Our Children's Children's Children" which was the band's fifth album.
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Song InspirationThe album was thematically inspired by the 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing, with "Gypsy" representing the wanderlust and thirst for discovery that drove this scientific achievement.
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Creator's Input"Gypsy" was written by the band's lead vocalist and flautist, Ray Thomas. Thomas is known for his love for nature and most of his compositions are inspired by it.
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Thematic InterpretationThe song is a metaphorical one, visualizing a person as a gypsy, constantly on the move, continuously exploring and navigating through life.
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Song CompositionMusically, the song combines elements of symphonic rock and progressive rock, exemplifying the band's pioneering position in these genres.
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Unique Sound"Gypsy" features a memorable flute solo performed by Thomas. This was one of the features that set The Moody Blues apart from other rock bands - their incorporation of unconventional rock instruments.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from critics and is often referred to as one of the highlights of "To Our Children's Children's Children."
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Continued PopularityEven today, "Gypsy" remains a fan favorite and is frequently included in the setlists of The Moody Blues' concerts.
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Impact on Other ArtistsThe song's harmonic structure and intricate instrumentation have been noted as an influence for several later artists in the progressive rock genre.
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