Corporal Clegg
Pink Floyd
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Song Details"Corporal Clegg" is a song by the British psychedelic rock band Pink Floyd, and appears on their second album, "A Saucerful of Secrets."
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Album ContextReleased in 1968, "A Saucerful of Secrets" is known for being the only Pink Floyd album to feature all five members, as it was during the transition period between Syd Barrett and David Gilmour.
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Instrumental FocusThe song is notable for its prominent kazoo part, which makes it unique among Pink Floyd's discography.
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Song Theme"Corporal Clegg" reflects on the aftermath of war and its impact on servicemen, offering commentary on the understanding of military service in society.
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Roger Waters's InfluenceIt is one of the earliest examples of Roger Waters's songwriting that explores the theme of war. His father's death in World War II had a profound impact on him that is often explored in Pink Floyd's later work.
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Nick Mason’s Vocal DebutThe song features drummer Nick Mason's vocal debut, who sings the middle-eight portion.
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David Gilmour's KazooThe kazoo part of the song is actually played by David Gilmour.
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War Song"Corporal Clegg" is named after a fictitious war veteran with a wooden leg, likely a reflection on the generic view of a weather-beaten soldier.
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Music Video ExistenceUnlike many early Pink Floyd songs, "Corporal Clegg" had a promotional video made for it featuring the band miming to the song.
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Rare Live PerformanceDespite the song's popularity among some fans, "Corporal Clegg" was rarely performed live by Pink Floyd, and there are no official live recordings of it.
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