Sheep

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About Sheep

"Sheep" is a song by English band Pink Floyd, released on the album Animals in 1977. In 1974, it was originally titled "Raving and Drooling". It was written by bassist Roger Waters.


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Hopelessly passing your time in the grassland away
Only dimly aware of a certain unease in the air
You better watch out
There may be dogs about
I've looked over Jordan, and I have seen
Things are not what they seem

What do you get for pretending the danger's not real
Meek and obedient you follow the leader
Down well trodden corridors into the valley of steel
What a surprise

The look of terminal shock in your eyes
Now things are really what they seem
No, this is no bad dream

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want
He makes me down to lie
Through pastures green He leadeth me the silent waters by
With bright knives he releaseth my soul

He maketh me to hang on hooks in high places
He converteth me to lamb cutlets
For lo, He hath great power, and great hunger
When cometh the day we lowly ones

Through quiet reflection, and great dedication
Master the art of karate
Lo, we shall rise up
And then we'll make the bugger's eyes water

Bleating and babbling we fell on his neck with a scream
Wave upon wave of demented avengers 
March cheerfully out of obscurity into the dream

Have you heard the news?
The dogs are dead
You better stay home
And do as you're told
Get out of the road if you want to grow old

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Written by: ROGER WATERS

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13 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Sheep" is the song by Pink Floyd from their tenth studio album, "Animals".
Lyrics and Theme
"Sheep" contains criticism of those in society who remain passive and docile in the face of manipulative forces.
Lead Vocal
Roger Waters, the bassist of Pink Floyd, sings the lead vocal in the song "Sheep".
Length
The song is the longest on the album, lasting slightly more than 10 minutes.
Songwriting
The majority of the songwriting for "Sheep" was done by the band's bassist Roger Waters.
Recording
Unlike many other Pink Floyd albums, "Animals" was not recorded in a traditional studio, but in 'Britannia Row Studios', a studio created by the band themselves, where "Sheep" was also recorded.
Evolution
Before "Sheep", it was originally known as "Raving and Drooling" during performances from 1974 to 1977.
Unique Feature
"Sheep" is notable for its dark humour, featuring a modified version of Psalm 23 and synthesizer work from Richard Wright.
Publication Date
The song was released on 23 January 1977.
Concept Album
The album "Animals", which "Sheep" is a part of, is a concept album, with each song representing a different societal group. "Sheep" represents the mindlessly obedient.
Musical Structure
"Sheep" features the band's characteristic blend of rock and psychedelic elements, as well as prominent use of synthesizers.
Live Performances
"Sheep" was performed live by the band on their 1977 "In the Flesh" tour.
Sound Effects
Notably, the song features sounds of sheep, which go along with the song's title and its thematic obsession with societal dynamics.

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