Don't Kill the Whale
Yes
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You're first I'm last You're thirst I'm asked to justify Killing our last heaven beast Don't hunt the whale In beauty vision Do we offer much If we reason with destiny, gonna lose our touch Don't kill the whale Rejoice they sing They worship their own space In a moment of love, they will die for their grace Don't kill the whale If time will allow We will judge all who came In the wake of our new age to stand for the frail Don't kill the whale CETACEI....
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Written by: CHRIS SQUIRE, JON ANDERSON
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10 facts about this song
Band Description"Yes" is a renowned British rock band that debuted in the late 20th century. They were revered for their ambitious, progressive rock music that combined elements of symphonic, artistic rock with a more popularized, radio-friendly sound.
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Song Release"Don't Kill the Whale" was released in 1978 as the lead single from the band's ninth studio album called "Tormato."
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Chart RankingUpon its release, "Don't Kill the Whale" became a radio hit. It reached the 36th position in the UK Singles Chart, making it the band's highest-charting single in the UK at that time.
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Environmental MessageThe song carries a strong environmental message as it advocates for the preservation and protection of whales and protests against whaling.
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Music CompositionThe music of "Don't Kill the Whale" features a variety of instrumental components typically associated with Yes's style, such as intricate guitar work, expansive keyboard arrangements, and strong vocal harmonies.
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Controversial ReceptionDespite its popularity on radio and charts, "Don't Kill the Whale" received a fair share of criticism. Some hardcore Yes fans disparaged the song's direct political messaging as a departure from the band's usual abstract, philosophical themes.
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Tormato AlbumThe "Tormato" album, which includes "Don't Kill the Whale", is well-known for its distinctly bright, saturated sound, attributed to the innovative new production techniques that Yes employed during the recording process.
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Live PerformancesAlthough "Don't Kill the Whale" is not among the most performed songs by the band currently, it was prominently featured in their live sets during the late 70s and early 80s.
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LineupThe lineup for Yes at the time of recording "Tormato" was Jon Anderson (vocals), Steve Howe (guitars), Chris Squire (bass), Rick Wakeman (keyboards), and Alan White (drums).
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Cover ArtThe artwork for the "Don't Kill the Whale" single features a visually striking image of a whale, reinforcing the song's urgent ecological message.
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