Lazy Days

The Byrds

About Lazy Days

"Lazy Days" is a 1967 song by Gram Parsons which he recorded with three groups: The International Submarine Band, The Byrds in 1968 and The Flying Burrito Bros. in 1970. The song was originally recorded for The International Submarine Band's cameo appearance in Roger Corman's psychedelic film, The Trip (1967) but was replaced with music by The Electric Flag. The recording with The Byrds was not released till the Byrds box set and the 1997 reissue of Sweetheart of the Rodeo. The recording with The Flying Burrito Bros. was released on a single in 1970 and on Burrito Deluxe. A performance of the song by The Flying Burrito Bros. can be seen on the DVD Festival Express, although Parsons was no longer in the band at this time. 


Year:
1968
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It's a lazy day, I'm down with nothing else to do
It's a crazy day, I've got a thing that I want to try with you
Now baby, don't go away
Please don't spoil my lazy day

Now isn't it better didn't you know?
Just sittin' down here by the radio
I'm gonna make you worry none about the income tax
No, there's no need to hurry, I think I have to relax

It's a lazy day, I'm down with nothing else to do
It's a crazy day, I've got a thing that I want to try with you
Now baby, don't you go away
Please don't spoil my lazy day

No, you don't have to think about nothing to do
'Cause when I get you down by the barbecue
Oh, I'm gonna make a real funny walk a-like a brand new dime
No, I don't have no money but I always got plenty of time

It's a lazy day, I'm down with nothing else to do
It's a crazy day, I've got a thing that I want to try with you
Now baby, don't you go away
Please don't spoil my lazy day

It's a lazy day
It's a lazy day
It's a lazy day
It's a lazy day

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The Byrds

The Byrds ( /ˈbɜrdz/) were an American rock band, formed in Los Angeles, California in 1964. The band underwent multiple line-up changes throughout its existence, with frontman Roger McGuinn (aka Jim McGuinn) remaining the sole consistent member, until the group disbanded in 1973. Although they only managed to attain the huge commercial success of contemporaries like The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and The Rolling Stones for a short period of time (1965–66), The Byrds are today considered by critics to be one of the most influential bands of the 1960s. Initially, they pioneered the musical genre of folk rock, melding the influence of The Beatles and other British Invasion bands with contemporary and traditional folk music. As the 1960s progressed, the band was a… more »

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Written by: GRAM PARSONS

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Lazy Days" is a track by the American Rock band, The Byrds, released in 1968.
Album
The song is featured on the album "Sweetheart of the Rodeo," considered by many as one of the greatest country rock albums of all time.
Band Members
The lineup of The Byrds while recording "Lazy Days" included Roger McGuinn, Chris Hillman, Gram Parsons, Kevin Kelley, and Clarence White.
Songwriter
"Lazy Days" is one of the songs co-written by Gram Parsons and Chris Hillman, revealing Parsons' influence on The Byrds' transition towards country music.
Song Genre
The song "Lazy Days" is a combination of country and rock, infusing the unique sound of 'Cosmic American Music' that Gram Parsons was known for.
Music Video
The song doesn't have an official music video, keeping in line with most of the releases of that time period.
Album Popularity
Despite "Sweetheart of the Rodeo" being largely overlooked upon its initial release, it has since gained high regard and has become influential within the genre of country rock.
Style
"Lazy Days" is widely recognized for its distinctive use of peddle steel guitar and vocals that convey a melancholic sincerity.
Live Performances
The song has been performed in several live shows by The Byrds, and it showcases the band's brave experimentation with country elements in their music.
Legacy
Although "Lazy Days" was not a chart-topping single, it has stood the test of time and has an inherent cultural significance in how it helped shape country rock.

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