Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun
Pink Floyd
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Band Information"Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun" is a song by the British psychedelic rock band Pink Floyd, which was initially formed in 1965.
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Roger Waters involvementRoger Waters, one of Pink Floyd's founding members, wrote and sang the song. He is the only member of the band to receive credit for writing it.
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Album ReleaseThe song was first released as part of Pink Floyd's second studio album, titled "A Saucerful of Secrets" in 1968.
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MeaningThe lyrics of "Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun" are inspired by Chinese poetry. They are largely imprecise and mysterious, fostering many interpretations from fans and critics.
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Live PerformancesIt is one of the very few songs where all five members of Pink Floyd - Syd Barrett, Roger Waters, Nick Mason, Richard Wright, and David Gilmour - played together on stage.
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LongevityDespite being released over 50 years ago, the song has remained a staple in Roger Waters' solo work. He still frequently performs it in live shows.
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Creative ProcessA large portion of the song features Roger Waters playing a gong, which was seen as an unusual instrument in Western music at the time.
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InfluencesThe song exhibits influences from space rock, experimental rock, and psychedelic rock, which were popular music genres during the 1960s.
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LegacyThe title of the song has seeped itself into modern culture, such as being referenced in the TV series "Breaking Bad," showcasing the song's lasting cultural impact.
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Album ReceptionDespite the initial lukewarm response, "A Saucerful of Secrets" has since been recognized as a classic in psychedelic rock, with "Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun" considered as one of its standout tracks.
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