People
King Crimson
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People fly people flee People clam and say "it wasn't me" People fish people beef People arm to teeth Yes, you've got people on the tube Walking on the moon People at the bottom of the sea People in tombs People in igloos Even a tribe of pygmies People are the main spring Turning the world around People, they're the main spring Spinning this world upside down People sun people toast People tire shile other people smoke People bowl people rock People pay to see two people box Watch me face me Dress me baby me Phone me wire me House me bug me fire me People are the main spring Spinning the world around People, they're the main spring Turning this world inside out
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Written by: William Scott Bruford, Robert Fripp, Trey Gunn, Anthony Charles Levin, Pat Mastelotto, Adrian Belew
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12 facts about this song
Song FactsDespite King Crimson's reputation for producing longer progressive rock epics, "People" is a relatively shorter and straightforward song
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Band HistoryKing Crimson was first formed in 1968 and is considered a pioneer in the progressive rock genre
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Album FactsThrak" is King Crimson's 11th studio album and it was their first album released after a 10-year hiatus
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Musical StylePeople" is known for its complex musical structure and intricate guitar work, hallmarks of King Crimson’s music
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Band MembersThe band has had numerous lineup changes over the years, but "People" was performed by the "double trio" formation of the band, which includes: Robert Fripp, Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, Trey Gunn, Bill Bruford, and Pat Mastelotto
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Songwriting FactsThe song was co-written by Adrian Belew and Robert Fripp, two long-standing members of King Crimson
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Musical Style.This song exemplifies King Crimson’s interest in sonic exploration, incorporating elements of heavy metal, industrial noise, and ambient music
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Band InfluenceKing Crimson has never been a traditionally "commercial" band but their music, including "People," has left an indelible impact on progressive rock
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Song InfluenceKing Crimson's music has been sampled in various other artists' work, but up till now, there is no record of "People" being sampled or covered by other musicians
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Song Reception.Although "People" was never released as a single, it is considered a staple in King Crimson's collection and is beloved by their fans
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Songwriting Facts.Unlike many other King Crimson songs, the lyrics of "People" are relatively straightforward, focusing on the universal theme of human connection
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Song Legacy.Despite the band's long career, "People" remains an under-appreciated gem in their discography, known mostly to dedicated fans of King Crimson
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