Song for a Son
Smashing Pumpkins
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This is a song for a son This is a song for a sailor The best I ever had This is a song for a kid This is a song for a tailor Who stitched up my old hearts Who stitched up my old hearts And I I am one of many, many more to come Many more to come I am one of many, many more to come Many more to come This is a song for a dove This is a song for a blown out bird The kind that don't return to the nest This is a song for a star This is a song for a space invader Who flew into the sun Never to return Never to return I am one of many, many more to come Many more to come I am one of many more, many more to come Many more to come This is a song for a son This is a song for a sailor The son I never had He sailed without a map This is a song for that kid This is a song for that tailor Who stitched up my old hearts Before I broke it all All apart I am one of many, many more to come Many more to come I am one of many more, many more to come Many more to come Ye daughters of the revolution Carry back your sons Carry them back home Ye daughters of the revolution Carry back your sons home This is a song for a son This is a song for a sailor The best I ever had He sailed without a map
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Written by: WILLIAM PATRICK CORGAN
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Band History"Song for a Son" was released by Smashing Pumpkins, an American alternative rock band formed in Chicago, Illinois, in 1988.
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Release DetailsThe song was released as a digital single and the first song from their album "Teargarden by Kaleidyscope" on December 7, 2009.
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Album Concept"Song for a Son" was the first glimpse into the unique album concept of "Teargarden by Kaleidyscope," which was release one song at a time for free on the internet, totaling to 44 songs inspired by the Tarot.
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Song StyleThe song is a return to the epic, progressive rock style of the band from their earlier days, featuring layered guitars, intricate songwriting, and contrasting dynamics.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics of "Song for a Son" is believed to be about the process of life and evolution in individuals, containing a touch of melancholy and reflections on losses and gains.
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ReceptionThe song received mixed reviews from critics, with some applauding it as a good indicator of a return to form for the band, while others felt it was a sign of their diminishing creativity.
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Band LineupWhen "Song for a Son" was recorded, the Smashing Pumpkins consisted of only two official members - Billy Corgan and drummer Jimmy Chamberlin. However, Corgan is the one who recorded the majority of the song, including vocals, guitars, and keyboards.
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Live Performances"Song for a Son" has been performed live by the band numerous times, being included in different tour setlists.
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Song LengthThe run time for "Song for a Son" is quite long by conventional radio standards - approximately 6 minutes and 3 seconds.
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Personal InfluenceFrontman Billy Corgan has stated that the highly poetic and emotional lyrics were inspired by personal feelings and were written during a time of great personal change.
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