King's Lead Hat
Brian Eno
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Dark alley (dark alley) black star Four turkeys in a big black car The road is shiny (bright shine) the wheels slide Four turkeys going for a dangerous ride The lacquer crackles (black tar) the engines roar A ship was turning broadside to the shore Splish splash I was raking in the cash The biology of purpose keeps my nose above the surface (OOH) King's lead hat put the innocence inside her, it will come, it will come, it will surely come King's lead hat was a mother to desire, it will come, it will come, it will surely come In New Delhi (smelly Delhi) and Hong Kong They all know that it won't be long I count my fingers (digit counter) as night falls And draw bananas on the bathroom walls The killer cycles (humdrum) the killer hertz The passage of my life is measured out in shirts Time and motion (motion carried) time and tide All I know and all I have is time and time and tide is on my side King's lead hat put the poker in the fire, it will come, it will come, it will surely come King's lead hat was a mother to desire, it will come, it will come, it will surely come The weapon's ready (ready Freddy) the guns purr The satellite distorts his voice to a slur He gives orders (finger pie) which no one hears The king's hat fits over their ears He takes his modicate (indecipherable) cold turpentine He tries to dial out 999999999 He dials reception (moving finger) he's all alone He's just a victim of the telephone King's lead hat made the Amazon much wider, it will come, it will come, it will surely come King's lead hat put the poker in the fire, it will come, it will come, it will surely come King's lead hat was a mother to desire, it will come, it will come, it will surely come King's lead hat put the innocence inside her, it will come, it will come, it will surely come King's lead hat was a hammer to desire, it will come, it will come, it will surely come.
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Written by: BRIAN ENO
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12 facts about this song
Anagram Fun"King's Lead Hat" is an anagram of "Talking Heads", an American rock band Brian Eno admired and worked with.
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Album RecognitionThe song is a part of "Before and After Science", Brian Eno's fifth studio album, which was released in 1977.
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GenreThe song has elements of new wave and post-punk, highlighting Brian Eno's versatility as a musician.
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InspirationBrian Eno intended "King's Lead Hat" to be in the style of the band "Talking Heads", reflecting his desire to produce for them.
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CollaborationsRobert Fripp, the guitarist from King Crimson, contributed to the guitar solo in "King's Lead Hat".
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Live PerformancesDespite its popularity, "King's Lead Hat" was never performed live by Brian Eno.
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Music VideoUnlike many of Eno's songs, "King's Lead Hat" doesn't have an official music video.
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Prominent InstrumentsThe song features prominent use of the drums and synthesizer, typical of Eno's style during the 1970s.
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Failed PlansBrian Eno originally aimed to have "Talking Heads" perform "King's Lead Hat", but due to scheduling conflicts, the plan didn't materialize.
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ReceptionThough not a commercial hit, "King's Lead Hat" has gained a cult following and is considered a standout track on "Before and After Science".
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Songwriting Style"King's Lead Hat" is a testament to Eno's unique songwriting approach, combining abstract experimental elements with accessible pop melodies.
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Unusual titleThe title of the song, like many of Eno's works, is unusual and cryptic, sparking curiosity and discussion among listeners.
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