Coming Back to Life
Pink Floyd
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Where were you when I was burned and broken While the days slipped by from my window watching Where were you when I was hurt and helpless Because the things you say and the things you do surround me While you were hanging yourself on someone else's words Dying to believe in what you heard I was staring straight into the shining sun Lost in thought and lost in time While the seeds of life and the seeds of change were planted Outside the rain fell dark and slow While I pondered on this dangerous but irresistible pastime I took a heavenly ride through our silence I knew the moment had arrived For killing the past and coming back to life I took a heavenly ride through our silence I knew the waiting had begun And headed straight..into the shining sun
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Written by: DAVID JON GILMOUR
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10 facts about this song
Album History"Coming Back to Life" is a song by the English rock band Pink Floyd. It was included in their fourteenth studio album "The Division Bell" which was released in 1994.
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Song CreationDavid Gilmour, the band's guitarist and co-lead vocalist, is credited as the sole writer of "Coming Back to Life". It was one of the last songs written for "The Division Bell".
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics are thought to reflect Gilmour's feelings metaphorically, following the departure of Roger Waters, another founder member, from the band. The theme of the song portrays rejuvenation and renewal.
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Live Performances"Coming Back to Life" was frequently performed during the band's "The Division Bell Tour" which became their last worldwide concert tour.
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Solo CareersPost-Pink Floyd, Gilmour has performed "Coming Back to Life" during his solo concerts. The version from his live album "Live in Gdańsk" has received considerable radio airplay.
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Music VideoThe song's music video features a projection of the band performing, reflecting on Gilmour's guitar.
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Commercial SuccessWhile "Coming Back to Life" was not released as a single, it has been a fan favorite and is one of the standout tracks from "The Division Bell".
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In Popular CultureThis song has been used in television series and documentaries, including an episode of "Top Gear" where James May interviews astronaut Major Tim Peake.
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Musical StyleThe song is noted for its atmospheric opening, melodic guitar solo sections, and uplifting lyrics, that are typical of Pink Floyd's progressive sound.
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LegacyOver two decades after its release, "Coming Back to Life" continues to be popular among Pink Floyd fans and is often played on classic rock radio stations.
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