Lazy

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"Lazy" is a song by Deep Purple from their 1972 album Machine Head. A live performance of the song can be found on the album Made in Japan, released later the same year. The song starts out as an instrumental, keyboardist Jon Lord plays an overdriven Hammond organ intro, followed by the main riff and with the solo swapping between him and guitarist Ritchie Blackmore. Vocalist Ian Gillan comes in with the vocals later in the song. He also uses harmonica both on the studio version and live. At over 7 minutes long, it is the longest track on the album, and live versions were often extended past 10 minutes. The live version on Made in Japan features a theme from Hugo Alfvén's "Swedish Rhapsody #1", played by Ritchie Blackmore as a part of his solo. Additionally, Jon Lord includes the riff from the C Jam Blues in the intro. Ritchie Blackmore would sometimes include the main riff from "Lazy" in live performances of the song "Man on the Silver Mountain" by Rainbow. Gillan defined the song as rhythm and blues. 


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1972
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Lazy just stay in bed
You're lazy just stay in bed
You don't want no money
You don't want no bread

If you're drowning you don't clutch no straw, no
If you're drowning you don't clutch no straw
You don't want to live you don't want to cry no more

Well my trying ain't done no good
I said my trying ain't done no good
You don't make no effort no not like you should

Lazy you just stay in bed
Lazy you just stay in bed
You don't want no money
You don't want no bread

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Deep Purple

Deep Purple are an English rock band formed in Hertford in 1968. They are considered to be among the pioneers of heavy metal and modern hard rock, although some band members claimed that their music cannot be categorised as belonging to any one genre. They were once listed by the Guinness Book of World Records as "the globe's loudest band", and have sold over 100 million albums worldwide, including 7.5 million certified units in the US. Deep Purple were ranked number 22 on VH1's Greatest Artists of Hard Rock programme. more »

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Written by: IAN GILLAN, IAN PAICE, JON LORD, RITCHIE BLACKMORE, ROGER GLOVER

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Band History
"Lazy" is a song by British band Deep Purple, which was first formed in 1968. Although the band has experienced various lineup changes, Ian Gillan was the vocalist at the time "Lazy" was released.
Album Data
The song is included on Deep Purple's 1972 album ‘Machine Head,’ which is considered one of the band's most successful releases.
Song Composition
The song's introduction features a lengthy organ and guitar duel between Jon Lord and Ritchie Blackmore. Ian Gillan's vocals only enter halfway through the song.
Performance Style
An interesting feature of the song is the band's performance style. Deep Purple often performed "Lazy" as a live improvisational piece during concerts, allowing band members to showcase their individual musical talent.
Song Length
The original studio version of "Lazy" is over 7 minutes long, making it the second-longest track on the 'Machine Head' album.
Song Genre
"Lazy" is best classified as a progressive rock and hard rock song. It showcases Deep Purple's characteristic blend of hard rock, blues, and elements of classical music.
Lyrics
Unlike many of their other songs, the lyrics of "Lazy" were composed by Ian Gillan. They speak of a lazy man who does nothing all day, reflecting the laid-back nature of the song.
Critical Reception
The song is notable for its positive critical reception, with reviewers praising its instrumental mastery, progressive structure and the perfect blend of hard rock and blues.
Impact
“Lazy” has been covered by numerous artists over the years, which attests to its impact and lasting appeal. An example of this is the cover by Joe Bonamassa, a renowned blues guitarist.
Commercial Success
Despite not being released as a single, "Lazy" has often been included in various Deep Purple compilation albums, reflecting the song's popularity among the band's fans.

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