Shapes of Things
Jeff Beck, The Yardbirds
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Shapes of things before my eyes, Just teach me to despise. Will time make men more wise? Here within my lonely frame, my eyes just heard my brain. But will it seem the same? (Come Tomorrow) Will I be older? (Come Tomorrow) May be a soldier. (Come Tomorrow) May I be bolder than today? Now the trees are almost green. But will they still be seen? When time and tide have been. Fall into your passing hands. Please don't destroy these lands. Don't make them desert sands. Chorus, Lead. Soon I hope that I will find, Thoughts deep within my mind. That won't displace my kind.
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Written by: Paul Samwell-Smith, Jim McCarty, Keith Relf
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14 facts about this song
Origin"Shapes of Things" is a well-known song released by the British rock band "The Yardbirds" in 1966.
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Jeff Beck's InvolvementRenowned guitarist, Jeff Beck performed this song while he was a part of The Yardbirds.
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Song PerformanceThe song is notable for its famous, powerfully-distorted guitar solo, played by Jeff Beck.
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Significance"Shapes of Things" represents a significant stepping stone in the journey from blues to rock and roll and further towards psychedelic and hard rock music.
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SongwritingThe song was written by The Yardbirds' members Paul Samwell-Smith, Keith Relf and Jim McCarty.
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Chart PerformanceIt peaked at number three in the UK Singles Chart and number 11 in the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Cover VersionsThe famous rock band, "Led Zeppelin", performed a guitar-driven version of "Shapes of Things" during their early live shows.
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InspirationsThe song was inspired by free jazz and Eastern music styles.
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Anti-War MessageThe song’s lyrics are considered an early example of a protest song and have a strong anti-war message.
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Re-releaseIn 2003, the song was re-released and included in Rolling Stone magazine's "500 Greatest Songs of All Time" list.
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EvolutionThe song marked an evolution in sound from The Yardbirds' blues roots towards more psychedelic influences.
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Legendary Band Transition"Shapes of Things" represents a transition phase for The Yardbirds, as Jeff Beck later left the band and was replaced by Jimmy Page, who went on to form rock legend band Led Zeppelin.
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Musical StyleJeff Beck's guitar solo on "Shapes of Things" was one of the earliest displays of psychedelic fuzz tone and feedback in rock music.
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LegacyIt is often remembered as one of the best examples of Jeff Beck's innovative guitar work.
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