Breathe
Pink Floyd
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Breathe, breathe in the air Don't be afraid to care Leave but don't leave me Look around, choose your own ground For long you live and high you fly And smiles you'll give and tears you'll cry And all your touch and all you see Is all your life will ever be Run, rabbit run Dig that hole, forget the sun And when at last the work is done Don't sit down, it's time to dig another one For long you live and high you fly But only if you ride the tide And balanced on the biggest wave You race towards an early grave
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Written by: David Jon Gilmour, George Roger Waters, Richard William Wright
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10 facts about this song
Album Origin"Breathe" was released in Pink Floyd's 8th album, "The Dark Side of the Moon" in 1973.
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SongwritersThe song was penned by all the members of Pink Floyd, but the primary songwriting credits go to David Gilmour and Roger Waters.
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Musical Style"Breathe" is noted for its bluesy style, featuring slide guitar work by David Gilmour. The song's relaxed tempo and mellow vocals make it a clear departure from some of Pink Floyd's heavier rock pieces.
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Song DurationWith a duration of 2 minutes and 50 seconds, "Breathe" is considered a rather short song for a band like Pink Floyd, often known for their extended rock masterpieces.
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Link to Other Songs"Breathe" is thematically and musically linked to the track "Time," and both songs share the same chord progression.
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Album ThemeThe lyrics of "Breathe" fit the overall theme of "The Dark Side of the Moon," discussing societal pressures and the anxieties of life.
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Live Performances"Breathe" was a regular fixture in Pink Floyd's live performances after the release of "The Dark Side of the Moon."
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ImpactThe song's significance lies in the fact that it sets the tone for what is to come in the rest of the pioneering album.
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ReprisesThe song has a reprise titled "Breathe (Reprise)", which comes on the same album after "Time."
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Cover Versions"Breathe" has been covered by several artists in different genres, showcasing the song's broad appeal and timeless quality. Some notable covers include those by Scott Matthews and The Shins.
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