Relay
The Who
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You can hear it in the street See it in the dragging feet The word is getting out about control Spies they're come and gone The story travels on The only quiet place is inside your soul From tree to tree From you to me Traveling twice as fast as on any freeway Ev'ry single dream Is wrapped up in the scheme They all get carried on the relay Pass it on Someone disapproves Of what you say or do I was asked to see what I could learn you Don't believe your eyes They're seeing only lies What is done in the first place don't concern you From tree to tree From you to me Traveling twice as fast as on any freeway Ev'ry single dream Is wrapped up in the scheme They all get carried on the relay Relay, things are brewing Relay, something's doin' Relay, it's a revolution Relay, relay Hand me down a solution Pass it on
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Written by: PETER DENNIS BLANDFOR TOWNSHEND
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group
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10 facts about this song
Band Member Contribution"Relay" was composed by Pete Townshend, who is the principal songwriter of The Who.
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Album AssociationEven though the song initially wasn't included in any studio album of The Who upon its release, it was later added in the remastered version of album "Who's Next" in 1995.
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Concept Link"Relay" is part of Pete Townshend's "Lifehouse" project, which is a science fiction rock opera. The song's lyrics reflect themes of unity and communication.
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Recording YearThe song was initially recorded in 1972.
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Commercial SuccessUpon its initial release in 1972, "Relay" reached number 21 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Unique InstrumentationAlthough it sounds like a synthesizer is used in Relay, the unique sound was actually created by using a Lowrey Berkshire home organ. This was a key part to the band's sound, especially in early 70s recordings.
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InspirationTownshend said in interviews that the song was inspired by the idea of music bringing people together, which is a prominent theme in the "Lifehouse" project.
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Track LengthThe song's runtime is approximately 3 minutes and 40 seconds.
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Re-releaseThe song was re-released in the 1995 album "The Who By Numbers."
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Live PerformancesDespite being a fan favorite, The Who did not frequently perform "Relay" in live concert. The song was included on their set list during the band's 2002 and 2004 tour after a long absence.
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