Immigration Man
Graham Nash, David Crosby
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Song Background"Immigration Man" was released in 1972 on the album "Graham Nash David Crosby," which was the first album by the duo of Crosby and Nash, members of the legendary rock band Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.
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Song OriginThe song "Immigration Man" was inspired by a real-life incident when Nash, a British native, was given a hard time by a U.S. Customs and Immigration officer at an airport.
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Song GenreIt is a folk-rock track, iconic of its era and reflective of the social concerns of the time.
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Song CompositionWhilst the duo is known for their harmonies, this song conspicuously features Nash's vocals with Crosby's harmony becoming apparent towards the end of the song.
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Song Meaning"Immigration Man" is a protest song where Nash articulates his frustration with the U.S. immigration procedures, depicting the alienation and anxiety many people face when crossing borders.
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Chart PerformanceThe song achieved success in the United States, reaching number 36 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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SongwriterGraham Nash wrote the song, influenced by his personal experiences with international travel and dealing with border controls.
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Instrumentation"Immigration Man" features prominent keyboard work, with addition of strong guitar and bass lines. Nash plays the piano and organ, while Crosby contributes with rhythm guitar.
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Album ReceptionThe album, on which the song features, was well-received and certified gold by the RIAA, highlighting its commercial success.
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Cultural ImpactAs an influential song of its time, "Immigration Man" has been covered by many artists and is often used to spark discussion about immigration policy and human rights.
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