Are You Sitting Comfortably
The Moody Blues
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Take another sip my love and see what you will see, A fleet of golden galleons, on a crystal sea. Are you sitting comfortably? Let Merlin cast his spell. Ride along the winds of time and see where we have been, The glorious age of Camelot, when Guinevere was Queen. It all unfolds before your eyes As Merlin casts his spell. The seven wonders of the world he'll lay before your feet, In far-off lands, on distant shores, so many friends to meet. Are you sitting comfortably? Let Merlin cast his spell.
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Written by: RAYMOND THOMAS
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, T.R.O. INC.
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11 facts about this song
Song Genre"Are You Sitting Comfortably" falls under the genre of progressive rock and psychedelic rock, two distinctive styles known for complex compositions and philosophical lyrics.
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SongwritersThe song was penned by band members Justin Hayward and Ray Thomas, both influential forces behind much of The Moody Blues' music.
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Album InformationThe song is a part of the album "On The Threshold of a Dream", which was released in 1969 and is considered one of the group's most successful and iconic albums.
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UK Chart PositionDespite the album's success, "Are You Sitting Comfortably" did not chart as a single in the UK, reflecting the band's focus on album-oriented material rather than mainstream hit singles.
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Song InspirationThe song was influenced by the grandeur of cinema epics, specifically the 1962 film Lawrence of Arabia. The cinematic sense of adventure and exoticism is reflected in the song's lyrics and instrumentation.
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InstrumentationThe song features a variety of instruments including the flute, which is played by band member Ray Thomas, and the Melotron, a tape replay keyboard instrument, played by Mike Pinder.
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VocalsThe lead vocals on "Are You Sitting Comfortably" are performed by Justin Hayward, whose voice is considered one of the defining sounds of The Moody Blues.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics involve storytelling and imagination, inviting listeners to embark on a mystical journey.
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Use in MediaThe song was used in the commendable documentary devoted to The Moody Blues; “Legend of a Band”, released in 1990.
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Cover Versions"Are You Sitting Comfortably" has been covered by several artists over the years, including the band Elbow for the 2002 tribute album "Higher and Higher: A Tribute to the Moody Blues".
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Song LengthThe song duration is 3 minutes and 30 seconds, which is considered average for a song of this genre during this era.
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