Walk a Thin Line

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About Walk a Thin Line

"Walk a Thin Line" is a song by British-American rock band Fleetwood Mac, released in 1979. Composed and sung by guitarist Lindsey Buckingham, it was one of the nine songs he wrote for the Tusk album.


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(Written by Lindsey Buckingham) 

I seen so many things that make me wonder 
But sometimes it's hard to tell 
I said, "Take your time" 
But no one was listenin' 
I walk a thin line 

They told me that I never would recover 
Still some say they knew me well 
I said "Stay by my side" 
But no one said nothin' 
I walk a thin line 

And I said "Please toe the line" 
But no one said nothin' 
I walk a thin line 

And I said "Fate takes time" 
But no one was listenin' 
I walk a thin line 

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Fleetwood Mac

Fleetwood Mac are a British-American rock band formed in 1967 in London. Due to numerous line-up changes, the only original member present in the band is its eponymous drummer, Mick Fleetwood. Despite band founder Peter Green naming the group by combining the surnames of two of his former bandmates (Fleetwood, McVie) from John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, bassist John McVie played neither on their first single nor at their first concerts. The keyboardist, Christine McVie, who joined the band in 1970 while married to John McVie, appeared on all but two albums, either as a member or as a session musician. She also supplied the artwork for the album Kiln House. more »

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Written by: LINDSEY BUCKINGHAM

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10 facts about this song

Album
"Walk a Thin Line" is a track from Fleetwood Mac's iconic 1979 album entitled “Tusk.”
Songwriter
The song was written by Lindsey Buckingham, the group’s lead guitarist and one of its leading vocalists.
Theme
Like many of Buckingham's songs in the Fleetwood Mac catalog, the lyrics to "Walk a Thin Line" are somewhat cryptic and open to multiple interpretations. They seem to reference personal struggles, conflicts, and relationship issues which are commonly associated with the bands dynamic in the 70's and 80's.
Instruments
Lindsay Buckingham played almost every instrument on this song including guitar, keyboard, and percussion. He is also the lead vocalist on the track.
Song style
“Walk a Thin Line" is often considered a perfect exemplification of the unique, layered sound that Fleetwood Mac developed on the Tusk album. It is rich and lush, with many different instrumental strands woven together.
Reception
Although not released as a single, "Walk A Thin Line" has generally been well-received by critics and fans of Fleetwood Mac for its soulful lyrics and melodious music.
Influence
"Walk a Thin Line" has arguably served as a significant influence for a number of alternative rock bands who emerged in the 1980s and 1990s, attesting to its impact on popular music.
Covers
Although it has not been covered extensively, indie rock band "She and Him" did feature "Walk a Thin Line" on their 2014 album "Classics."
Live Performances
"Walk a Thin Line" is not regularly a part of Fleetwood Mac's live show setlist but is appreciated deeply by the band's fanbase.
Album Sales
The Tusk album, which includes "Walk a Thin Line," has been certified double Platinum in the United States, selling over 2 million copies.

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