South Side of the Sky
Yes
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A river a mountain to be crossed The sunshine in mountains sometimes lost Around the south side so cold that we cried Were we ever colder on that day A million miles away It seemed from all eternity Move forward was my friend's only cry In deeper to somewhere we could lie And rest for the the day with cold in the way Were we ever colder on that day A million miles away It seemed from all eternity The moments seemed lost in all the noise A snow storm a stimulating voice Of warmth of the sky of warmth when you die Were we ever warmer on that day A million Miles away We seemed from all eternity La la la la la la, la la la la la la la la The moments seemed lost in all the noise A snow storm a stimulating voice Of warmth of the sky of warmth when you die Were we ever warmer on that day A million Miles away We seemed from all eternity The sunshine in mountains sometimes lost The river can disregard the cost And melt in the sky warmth when you die Were we ever warmer on that day a million miles away We seemed from all of eternity
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Written by: JON ANDERSON, CHRIS SQUIRE
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10 facts about this song
Album Appearance"South Side of the Sky" is a song by the English progressive rock band Yes and is featured on their fourth studio album, "Fragile" released in November 1971.
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Song DescriptionIt is known for its complex structure, time changes, haunting harmonies and heavy use of Rick Wakeman's keyboards, particularly the Mellotron.
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Song LengthThe track is 7 minutes and 57 seconds long, adhering to the band's renowned penchant for lengthy compositions.
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Song ThemeThe song's lyrics, penned by Jon Anderson and Chris Squire, seem to describe a perilous and cold mountain climbing journey, with ambiguous allusions to spirituality and mortality.
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MusicianshipIt is noted for its use of vocal harmony, mixed acoustic and electric instrumentation, and a distinctive keyboard solo by Rick Wakeman.
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Critical Reception"South Side of the Sky" has received positive reviews from critics and is often cited as a favorite among fans for its musicianship and daring structure, demonstrating the band's willingness to experiment with the rock genre.
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Live PerformanceDespite its popularity among fans, "South Side of the Sky" was not performed live much in its entirety until the band's 2001 tour.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered "South Side of the Sky", including Glass Hammer, World Trade, and The Dave Kerzner Band.
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Song rarityThe song's full-band arrangement was rarely played live until later in the band's career, a decision that many longtime Yes fans found puzzling and frustrating.
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Song Influence"South Side of the Sky" has been an influential tune within the world of progressive rock, showcasing the band's ability to meld rock with classical and folk influences into a complex, moody, and dramatic composition.
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