Quasar
Smashing Pumpkins
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God right on! Krishna right on! Mark right on! Yod He Vau He Om Let’s ride on! Right on! Let’s ride on! Fated One hold me down Know my blur and my keep Do I know you? What keeps us free if you believe? Please allow me to say hello to you Yes I understand Yes I know thy will Yes I am that man Yes, I Yes, I Lover, lover, catch me slow You can serve me notice You can have my sight Lover, lover stay with me all night Yod He Vau He Om Brothers, Sisters roam! Sunlight ride on! Yod He Vau He Om Let’s ride on! Right on! Ride on! Yes I understand Yes I know thy will Yes I am one man Yes I Yes I understand Yes I know thy will Yes I am one man Yes, I Yes, I Yod He Va Hey Om Yod He Va Hey Om Yod He Va Hey Om Om…
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Written by: WILLIAM PATRICK CORGAN
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Song Composition"Quasar" is the opening track of the album "Oceania" by Smashing Pumpkins. The song was composed by the band's lead vocalist and guitarist, Billy Corgan.
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Music Style"Quasar" resonates with the band's earlier music style, featuring loud guitars and a mix of alternative, hard rock, and progressive-rock elements.
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InspirationThe lyrics of the song are inspired by Eastern philosophy, as evident from the references to Hindu gods.
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Syncopated RiffThe song features a “syncopated riff” which refers to a rhythmic pattern of beats that deviates from the standard meter, contributing to its unique musical quality.
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Release date"Quasar" was released on June 19, 2012, along with the rest of the "Oceania" album.
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Live PerformanceThe first live performance of "Quasar" by Smashing Pumpkins took place at Riviera Theatre in Chicago on September 27, 2011.
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Album ReceptionThe album "Oceania," which features "Quasar," received generally positive reviews from critics. Many hailed it as a return to form for the band.
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Religious ThemesIn lines like “God right on! Krishna 'n' all,” Smashing Pumpkins incorporate spiritual and religious themes that recur throughout their discography, drawing from a multitude of contemplative traditions.
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Band MembersAt the time of "Quasar" release, the Smashing Pumpkins line-up was composed of Billy Corgan, Jeff Schroeder, Nicole Fiorentino, and Mike Byrne.
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Vinyl Release"Oceania," featuring "Quasar," was also released on vinyl. The vinyl release supposedly has a better dynamic range than the CD or online versions of the album.
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StudioThe "Oceania" album, including "Quasar," was recorded at the private studio of Billy Corgan in Chicago, named Pumpkinland II.
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