Arnold Layne
Syd Barrett, Pink Floyd
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Arnold Layne Had a strange hobby Collecting clothes Moonshine washing line They suit him fine On the wall Hung a tall mirror Distorted view See through baby blue He done it, oh, Arnold Layne It's not the same, It takes two to know Two to know Two to know Two to know Why can't you see? Arnold Layne Arnold Layne Arnold Layne, Arnold Layne Now he's caught A nasty sort of person They gave him time Doors bang, chain gang He hates it Oh, Arnold Layne It's not the same It takes two to know Two to know Two to know Two to know Why can't you see? Arnold Layne Arnold Layne Arnold Layne Arnold Layne, don't do it again
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12 facts about this song
Creation"Arnold Layne" is a song written by Syd Barrett, the original frontman of the British rock band Pink Floyd.
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ReleaseIt was released as their debut single in March 1967 with "Candy and a Currant Bun" as its B-side.
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InspirationThe song is said to be inspired by a real person – a local character who used to steal women’s underwear from washing lines in Cambridge, where Barrett grew up.
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Music GenreThe song is a form of British psychedelic pop with a distinct Syd Barrett flavor, showcasing the band’s early genre-blending creativity.
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Chart Performance"Arnold Layne" reached No. 20 in the UK Singles Chart.
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ControversyDespite its catchy melody, the song was banned by Radio London for its controversial theme, which revolves around a cross-dressing man who steals women's clothes from washing lines.
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Live PerformancesThe original Pink Floyd lineup stopped performing "Arnold Layne" live after Barrett's departure from the band in 1968.
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ReintroductionThe song was reintroduced to Pink Floyd's setlists during David Gilmour's tour in 2006, after being absent for nearly four decades.
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Special PerformancesDuring some of his solo performances, David Gilmour was joined by David Bowie for the song. This included a live performance at the Royal Albert Hall in 2006.
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LegacyDespite the early controversies, "Arnold Layne" is considered a seminal piece of Pink Floyd's discography and a prime example of British psychedelic pop.
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Music VideoPink Floyd filmed a promotional video for "Arnold Layne," featuring the band members dressing up a mannequin before taking it to the beach, highlighting the song's eccentricity and story-telling.
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Limited EditionIn December 2007, a special vinyl double-pack of "Arnold Layne," featuring a version with David Bowie on vocals, was released to commemorate Syd Barrett's life.
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