Babaji

Supertramp

About Babaji

"Babaji" is a song written by Roger Hodgson and credited to Hodgson and Rick Davies that was first released by Supertramp on their 1977 album Even in the Quietest Moments... It was subsequently released in Europe and in Australia as the follow up single to "Give a Little Bit."


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1977
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All of my life I felt that you were listening 
Watching for ways to help me stay in tune 
Lord of my dreams, although confusion 
Keeps trying to deceive 
What is it that makes me believe in you? 

Babaji, oh won't you come to me 
Won't you help me face the music 
Bring it out so we can sing it out 
Help me to find it before we lose it 

At night when the stars are near 
And there's no one to keep you from coming here 
And there's no one to shield me before your eyes 
Is it mine, is it mine, is it mine to know? 

I can see it's not too good to me 
To be afloat in the sea of glory 
Babaji, oh how you comfort me 
By showing me it's a different story 

Your light in the dark is real 
And I know that you know it is how I feel 
When I see the reflections that's in your eyes 
Is it mine, is it mine, is it mine to know? 

Babaji, have you a song for me 
To tell the world of its guardian angel 
Bring it out so we can sing it out 
Oh must you always remain a stranger? 

At night when the stars are near 
And I long for delusion to disappear 
The I see the reflection that's in your eyes 
Is it time, is it time, is it time to know

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Supertramp

Supertramp are a British rock band formed in 1969 under the name Daddy before renaming themselves in early 1970. Though their music was initially categorised as progressive rock, they have since incorporated a combination of traditional rock and art rock into their music. The band's work is marked by the inventive songwriting of Rick Davies and Roger Hodgson, the distinctive voice of Hodgson, and the prominent use of Wurlitzer electric piano and saxophone in their songs. more »

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Written by: Richard Davies, Roger Hodgson

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9 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Babaji" is a song by the English rock band Supertramp. It appears on their sixth studio album, "Even in the Quietest Moments," which was released in 1977.
Song Composition
This track was written by Rick Davies and Roger Hodgson, the two leading members of Supertramp. Their collaborative songwriting is one of the distinctive features of the band.
Music Style
Supertramp is known for its progressive rock style, characterized by a blend of traditional rock with other genres including classical, jazz, and folk music. "Babaji" is a prime example of this unique approach.
Song Length
"Babaji" is a mid-length song with a duration of 4 minutes and 51 seconds - in line with the album's overall run-time.
Lyrical Inspiration
The song's lyrics are about the Hindu guru Babaji, who is traditionally believed to be an immortal being. The theme reflects a wider interest in Eastern spirituality that was evident in much of popular culture during the 1970s.
Musical Instruments
The song stands out for its rich arrangement, featuring not only guitars, bass, and drums, but also woodwind instruments and a prominent synthesizer, bringing a fusion of rock, pop, and progressive sounds.
Commercial Success
Despite being on a successful album, "Babaji" was not released as a single and therefore didn't chart separately. However, "Even in the Quietest Moments" peaked at number 16 on the Billboard 200 in the United States and number 12 in the UK Albums Chart.
Live Performances
Supertramp performed "Babaji" during their concert tours, enhancing its popular appreciation among the fans, despite not being released as a single.
Evergreen Appeal
Even more than 40 years after its first release, "Babaji" remains a fan-favourite track. It encapsulates the spiritual and mystical ethos that Supertramp successfully integrated into their music.

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