Point Me at the Sky
Pink Floyd
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Hey Eugene This is Henry McClean And I've finished my beautiful flying machine And I'm ringing to say That I'm leaving and maybe You'd like to fly with me And hide with me, baby Isn't it strange How little we change Isn't it sad we're insane Playing the games that we know end in tears The games we've been playing for thousands and thousands and thousands Jumps into his cosmic flyer Pulled his plastic collar higher Light the fuse and stand right back He cried This is my last goodbye Point me at the sky and let it fly (point me at the sky and let it fly) Point me at the sky and let it fly (point me at the sky and let it fly) Point me at the sky and let it fly And if you survive till two thousand and five I hope you're exceedingly thin For if you are stout you will have to breathe out While the people around you breathe in (breathe in, breathe in, breathe in) People pushing on my sides Is something that I hate And so is sitting down to eat With only little capsules on my plate Point me at the sky and let it fly (point me at the sky and let it fly) Point me at the sky and let it fly (point me at the sky and let it fly) Point me at the sky and let it fly And all we've got to say to you is goodbye It's time to go, better run and get your bags It's goodbye Hey Jean look at the screen and it's goodbye Julian hey, the milky way and it's goodbye Crash, crash, crash, crash, goodbye I am going to say goodbye Crash, crash, crash, crash, goodbye Crash, crash, crash, crash, goodbye Crash, crash, crash, crash, goodbye Crash, crash, crash, crash, goodbye Crash, crash, crash, crash, goodbye Crash, goodbye
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Written by: DAVID GILMOUR, ROGER WATERS
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14 facts about this song
Release Year"Point Me at the Sky" was released in 1968.
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Initially UnpopularDespite now being widely recognized, the song was actually deemed a commercial failure upon its release, failing to chart in either the UK or U.S.
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RarityBecause of its commercial failure, it didn't reappear on any major release until years later, making original copies of the single extremely rare and collectible.
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The Last OneIt was the last Pink Floyd single for many years that featured David Gilmour in the band.
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Few PerformancesThe band seldom performed this song live. In fact, it is believed that they only ever played it live on three occasions.
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Different styles"Point Me at the Sky" is noted for its changes in tempo and style throughout the song, exemplifying Pink Floyd's experimentation with song structure.
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Lyrics ImageryThe lyrics to the song provide intricate imagery, often interpreted as a commentary on stardom and the music industry.
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CollaborationThe song was written by lead vocalist and guitarist David Gilmour and drummer Nick Mason, a notable collaboration as Mason didn't typically engage in songwriting.
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Backing Single"Point Me at the Sky" was released with another song, "Careful with That Axe, Eugene." While both tracks were originally overlooked, they are now viewed as classic examples of Pink Floyd's experimental early work.
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Helicopter SoundsPart of the song’s unique soundscape includes the sound of a helicopter, demonstrating Pink Floyd’s early use of sound effects in their music.
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Music VideoA promotional film was made for the song, directed by Anthony Stern. The grainy, black and white footage reflects the band's psychedelic aesthetic at the time.
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Reappearance on CompilationAfter its initial lack of success, the song was included in the 1971 compilation album 'Relics', making it more accessible for listeners.
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DismissalEven though the song has found appreciation among fans, both Roger Waters and Nick Mason have dismissed it in later years. Waters referred to it as a failed pop single, while Mason simply called it "not a high point".
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RecognitionDespite all, "Point Me at the Sky" is now recognized as a critical part of Pink Floyd's early, psychedelic discography.
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