Dark Globe
Syd Barrett
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Oh where are you now Pussy willow that smiled on this leaf? When I was alone you promised the stone from your heart My head kissed the ground I was half the way down, treading the sand Please, please, lift a hand I'm only a person whose armbands beat On his hands, hang tall Won't you miss me? Wouldn't you miss me at all? The poppy birds way Swing twigs coffee brands around Brandish her wand with a feathery tongue My head kissed the ground I was half the way down, treading the sand Please, please, please lift the hand I'm only a person with Eskimo chain I tattooed my brain all the way Won't you miss me? Wouldn't you miss me at all?
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Written by: SYD BARRETT
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7 facts about this song
'Syd Barrett's Brief Time.'"Dark Globe" is one of the most famous songs by Syd Barrett, who was the founding member of the influential rock band Pink Floyd and later had a brief solo career before his withdrawal from music in the early 1970s.
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'Creation and Studio Details.'The song was first recorded in Abbey Road Studios in 1969 and later released in the same year as a part of Barrett's debut solo album, "The Madcap Laughs."
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'Unconventional Recording Process.'Much like the rest of the album, the recording of "Dark Globe" was irregular and erratic, reflecting Barrett's unstable mental state at the time. Multiple takes were often needed, and the final version is marked by Barrett's emotional and throaty vocals.
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'Lyricism and Song Structure.'The song is a perfect example of Barrett's distinctive wordplay and unique approach to songwriting. It is primarily an acoustic ballad with a straightforward chord progression, but the lyrics are filled with anguish and confusion.
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'Cover Versions and Influence.'"Dark Globe" has been covered by several artists over the years, including R.E.M., which is a testament to Barrett's influence on alternative and indie rock. In 1990, the band recorded a version of the song for a Barrett tribute album.
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'References in Popular Culture.'The song was referenced in Stephen King's book "The Dark Tower VII: The Dark Tower," where a character named Eddie Dean sings part of the song.
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'Posthumous Recognition.'Despite Syd Barrett's untimely departure from the music scene, his work, including "Dark Globe," has gained more recognition and appreciation over the years. The song is often cited as an exemplar of Barrett's tormented genius and a poignant reflection of his struggle with mental health.
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