Gypsy (Of a Strange and Distant Time)

The Moody Blues

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"Gypsy (Of a Strange and Distant Time)" is a 1969 song by the progressive rock band the Moody Blues, from their album To Our Children's Children's Children, a concept album about space travel. The song was written by band-member Justin Hayward. The song was never released as a single, but became a fan and album oriented rock radio favorite, remaining in the band's concert setlist through the 1970s. Reviewing the album for AllMusic, Bruce Eder said: "There are no extended suites on this album, but Justin Hayward's "Watching and Waiting" and "Gypsy" have proved to be among the most popular songs in the group's history. " 


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1983
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A gypsy of a strange and distant time
Traveling in panic, all direction blind
Aching for the warmth of a burning sun
Freezing in the emptiness of where he'd come from
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
Left without a hope of coming home
Speeding through a shadow of a million years
Darkness is the only sound to reach his ears
Frightening him with the visions of eternity
Screaming for the future that can never be
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
Left without a hope of coming home

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Written by: JUSTIN HAYWARD

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Release Information
"Gypsy (Of a Strange and Distant Time)" is a track from the album "To Our Children's Children's Children" by the English rock band - The Moody Blues. The album was released on November 21, 1969.
Song Writer
The song was written by Justin Hayward. He is an English musician, best known as a songwriter and lead singer of the rock band The Moody Blues.
Album Concept
The concept of the album "To Our Children's Children's Children" was inspired by the first moon landing in 1969. The album's theme is about space travel.
Song Duration
"Gypsy (Of a Strange and Distant Time)" runs for approximately 3 minutes and 33 seconds.
Musical Style
The song's style is characterised by Hayward's distinctive vocal style and the band's blending of rock with various kinds of music, including classical and psychedelia.
Album Success
The "To Our Children's Children's Children" album peaked at number 2 in the UK albums chart and number 14 in the USA Billboard 200.
Critical Reception
The song, "Gypsy (Of a Strange and Distant Time)" as well as other tracks from the album, has been generally acclaimed for its lyrical depth and complex song arrangements.
Producer
The album "To Our Children's Children's Children" was produced by Tony Clarke, who also had a hand in many other successful Moody Blues albums.
Release Format
"Gypsy (of a Strange and Distant Time)" was originally released as a vinyl record. It has since been reissued in digital formats.
Band Members
At the time of this song's release, The Moody Blues consisted of Justin Hayward, John Lodge, Ray Thomas, Graeme Edge, and Mike Pinder. Each member played a key role in the creation of "Gypsy (Of a Strange and Distant Time)".

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