Almost Cut My Hair

7. The song helped the "Deja Vu" album reach number one in the Billboard pop chart. 8. "Almost Cut My Hair" did not release as a single, yet it became a radio favorite and one of the band's signature songs.

9. For David Crosby, it served as a personal catharsis since he was going through a difficult period in his life. It symbolized the internal conflicts he felt during the societal norms of the 1970s. 10. The song displays Crosby's emotional state during the time, grappling with the band's sudden surge to fame and other personal issues.

11. The infamous phrase "almost cut my hair" reflected the cultural and political divide at the time since long-haired youth were viewed with suspicion and seen as counterculture activists. 12. The song acts as an anthem for the free spirit, reflecting the broad mindset of the 1960s and 70s.

13. It was recorded in the era of the Vietnam War and expressed a sense of fear about changes in American society. 14. Although the song did not explicitly comment on the Vietnam War, the implied themes of freedom and rebellion were prevalent among the protesting youth of the era.

15. The song has been covered by various artists throughout the years, including My Morning Jacket and Phish. 16. In 2020, William Prince performed the song in honor of David Crosby at the Winnipeg Folk Festival's "Folk in the Road" concert series.