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"Om" is a song by the British progressive rock band the Moody Blues that was released in July 1968 as the final track of their album In Search of the Lost Chord. It was composed by the band's keyboardist, Mike Pinder. "Om" has a heavy Indian influence and sound to it. The word "Om", which is chanted repeatedly throughout the song, represents Aum, a sacred mantra in the Hindu, Jain, Sikh and Buddhist religions. On the album, "Om" is preceded by a short spoken-word interlude titled "The Word". "The Word" was written by drummer Graeme Edge and is recited by Pinder. "The Word" explains the album's concept, and that the mantra "Om" is the lost chord referenced in the album's title, which concludes with: To name the chord is important to some. So they give it a word,And the word is "Om" Like many of the album's preceding tracks, "Om" make use of a variety of instruments. "Om" features both Pinder and Ray Thomas on lead vocals, and playing their usual instruments, Mellotron and flute, respectively. The remaining band members are featured on instrument other than their usual instruments, which includes Justin Hayward on sitar, John Lodge on cello, and Graeme Edge on tabla, a popular Indian percussion instrument used in the classical, popular and devotional music of the Indian subcontinent and in Hindustani classical music. 


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The rain is on the roof
Hurry high butterfly
As clouds roll past my head
I know why the skys all cry
Om, om, heaven, om

The earth turns slowly round
Far away the distant sound
Is with us everyday
Can you hear what it say
Om, om, heaven, om

The rain is on the roof
Hurry high butterfly
As clouds roll past my head
I know why the skys all cry
Om, om, heaven, om

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Album Category
"Om" is one of the songs from "In Search of The Lost Chord," the third album of The Moody Blues released in 1968.
Song Duration
The original studio recording of the song "Om" lasts for about 5 minutes and 49 seconds.
Genre and Style
The song represents a blend of progressive rock, psychedelic rock and pop, while incorporating elements of Indian classical music.
Songwriting and Composition
The song, "Om," was primarily written by the band's lead vocalist and keyboard player, Graeme Edge.
Instruments
The song prominently features the sitar and tambura, both traditional Indian instruments, reflecting the influence of Indian music on Western pop culture at the time.
Lyrics and Theme
The lyrics of "Om" are influenced by transcendental meditation and Eastern philosophy, particularly the concept of 'Om,' a sacred spiritual symbol in Indian religions.
Historical Context
During the late 1960s, several Western musicians, including The Moody Blues, started exploring Eastern spiritual concepts, fueled by the cultural exchange that happened during the British Invasion and the counterculture movement.
Critical Reception
While not one of the band's most well-known songs, "Om" has been praised for its ambitious blend of Eastern and Western musical traditions and its contribution to the overall concept of the "In Search of The Lost Chord" album.
Live Performance
The band performed "Om" during their live performance at the BBC in the year 1968. However, it was not a regular feature in their live setlist.
Song Significance
The track is symbolic of the era’s music and culture, reflecting the exploration of spirituality and 'hippie' ethos that marked the late 1960s.
Influence
The Moody Blues and their song "Om" have influenced many other bands and artists, including Yes, Genesis, and Pink Floyd, particularly in terms of incorporating non-Western musical elements and philosophical concepts into their work.

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