Stop

Roger Waters

About Stop

"Stop" is a song from the 1979 Pink Floyd album, The Wall. It was written by Roger Waters.


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Stop! I want to go home!
Take off this uniform and leave the show!
I'm waiting in this cell because 
I have to know (have to know)
Have I been guilty all this time? (time time

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Roger Waters

George Roger Waters (born 6 September 1943) is an English musician, singer-songwriter and composer. He was a founder member of the progressive rock band Pink Floyd, serving as bassist and co-lead vocalist. Following the departure of bandmate Syd Barrett in 1968, Waters became the band's lyricist, principal songwriter and conceptual leader. The band subsequently achieved international success in the 1970s with the concept albums The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, Animals and The Wall. Although Waters' primary instrument in Pink Floyd was the bass guitar, he also experimented with synthesisers and tape loops and played rhythm guitar on recordings and in concerts. Amid creative differences within the group, Waters left Pink Floyd in 1985 and began a … more »

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10 facts about this song

Album Inclusion
"Stop" is a part of the Pink Floyd album "The Wall" that was released in 1979. It was the band's 11th studio album, which is a rock opera that portrays the character of Pink, a jaded rockstar.
Track Order
"Stop" is the 23rd track of the double album. It acts as a transitional song that signifies a change in the story's narrative.
Song Duration
With a duration of just 30 seconds, "Stop" is the shortest song on "The Wall."
Roger Waters' Contribution
As with most of the songs on "The Wall," "Stop" was written by the band's bassist and co-lead vocalist, Roger Waters. His songwriting was instrumental in shaping the concept of the album.
Musical Style
"Stop" is a brief yet influential piece, characterized by its clear piano melody and Waters’ strong vocal delivery. It carries a heavy emotional punch despite its brevity.
Live Performances
In Pink Floyd´s "The Wall Live" tour from 1980-81 and Roger Waters' subsequent tours, "Stop" was performed along with a giant puppet of a judge onstage to prominence the climax of the story.
Waters' Solo Works
After leaving Pink Floyd in 1985, Waters performed "Stop" on his solo tours, reaffirming its importance to the narrative of "The Wall."
Narrative Importance
The song represents a significant turning point for Pink, the protagonist in the narrative, as he recognises the deterioration of his mental state and calls for help.
Stop - The Movie
"Stop" was also featured in the 1982 film "Pink Floyd – The Wall", which was directed by Alan Parker and featured Bob Geldof in the role of Pink.
Psychological Themes
"Stop" is popularly interpreted by fans as Pink's moment of self-reflection and introspection, showcasing the themes of self-isolation, mental breakdown, and redemption throughout the rock opera.

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