Poor Moon

Canned Heat

About Poor Moon

Poor Moon is a band composed of Christian Wargo, Casey Wescott and Ian and Peter Murray. Poor Moon is a side project of Wargo and Wescott who are current members of Fleet Foxes, they remain full members of Fleet Foxes while maintaining their separate project with Poor Moon. Poor Moon are signed to record label Bella Union (UK) and Sub Pop Records. The band Poor Moon are named after lead singer Christian Wargo's favourite song by Canned Heat. The band's debut EP, Illusion, was released in March 2012.  


Year:
1994
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Ever since I was a kid,
You sure looked good to me.
Now I'm a man full-grown, and I
Know what I hate to see.
(Oh well.)
It might be tomorrow.
(Oh well.)
I just don't know.
(Oh well.)
It might take years.
I wonder when they're going to
Destroy your face?
It may seem silly, but I don't like
What's been coming down.
'Cause you've been looking good too long,
To change your color now.
(Oh well.)
They might test some bomb
(Oh well.)
And scar your skin.
(Oh well.)
I don't think they care, so,
I wonder when they're going to
Destroy your face?
I hope I see you in the sky
At night, when I get old.
I hope you'll look about the same,
As when I was a boy.
(Oh well.)
It gets me to gasping.
(Oh well.)
When I think about
(Oh well.)
What they might do.
I wonder when they're going to
Destroy your face?
Well, you sure look good,
In the sky at night.
And it's sad to say,
You won't shine so bright.
Some day,
When they're through with you.
I bet you've seen the cloud we make,
That covers up our rain.
I wonder if you'll hide behind
A shroud like that, some day?
(Oh well.)
I'm worried about it.
(Oh well.)
It makes me sigh.
(Oh well.)
I just can't help it.
I wonder when they're going to
Destroy your face?
(Oh well.)
It might be tomorrow.
(Oh well.)
I just don't know.
(Oh well)
It might take years.
I wonder when they're going to
Destroy your face?

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Canned Heat

Canned Heat is an American blues/boogie rock band that formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1965. more »

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Written by: ALAN WILSON

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10 facts about this song

Album Information
"Poor Moon" is a song by the American blues-rock band Canned Heat. It is included in their fourth studio album, "Hallelujah," which was released in 1971.
Songwriter
The song was written by Alan "Blind Owl" Wilson, who was one of the founding members of the band, serving as a lead singer, guitarist, and harmonica player.
Release Status
"Poor Moon" was not released as a single in the United States, but it did see a release as a single in certain foreign markets.
Environmental Themes
With its lyrics, the song is known for its strong environmental themes; this makes it an early example of a popular song with a conscious, eco-friendly message.
Length
The song's runtime is 3 minutes and 25 seconds, fairly average length for a pop song at the time.
Live Performances
The band performed "Poor Moon" live at the iconic Woodstock festival in 1969. This performance was later included in the documentary film "Woodstock: 3 Days of Peace & Music".
Tribute
Following the death of Alan Wilson in September 1970, "Poor Moon" was included in the retrospective compilation album, "The Best of Canned Heat," released in 1972, becoming a touching tribute to the late band member.
Critical Response
Critics and fans alike appreciated the song for its bluesy sound, poignant lyrics, and Wilson's emotive vocals.
Band's Influence
Canned Heat is renowned for their unique fusion of blues, rock and boogie music, which can be distinctly felt in the song "Poor Moon."
Relevance Today
"Poor Moon," like many of the band's other tracks, continues to be recognized in popular culture today for its timeless message and unique musical stylings; it often features on playlists and in discussions of influential songs from the 1970s.

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