Pigs (Three Different Ones)

Pink Floyd

About Pigs (Three Different Ones)

"Pigs (Three Different Ones)" is a song from Pink Floyd's 1977 album Animals. In the album's three parts, "Dogs", "Pigs" and "Sheep", pigs represent the people whom Roger Waters considers to be at the top of the social ladder, the ones with wealth and power; they also manipulate the rest of society and encourage them to be viciously competitive and cut-throat, so the pigs can remain powerful. Although it was not made available for commercial purchase, promotional copies were released in Brazil, albeit in an edited form of only four minutes and five seconds in length.  


Year:
1992
11:26
389 
#11

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Big man, pig man
Ha, ha, charade you are
You well heeled big wheel
Ha, ha, charade you are
And when your hand is on your heart
You're nearly a good laugh
Almost a joker
With your head down in the pig bin
Saying 'Keep on digging'
Pig stain on your fat chin
What do you hope to find
Down in the pig mine?
You're nearly a laugh
You're nearly a laugh
But you're really a cry

Bus stop rat bag
Ha, ha, charade you are
You fucked up old hag
Ha, ha, charade you are
You radiate cold shafts of broken glass
You're nearly a good laugh
Almost worth a quick grin
You like the feel of steel
You're hot stuff with a hatpin
And good fun with a hand gun
You're nearly a laugh
You're nearly a laugh
But you're really a cry

Hey you, Whitehouse
Ha, ha, charade you are
You house proud town mouse
Ha, ha, charade you are
You're trying to keep our feelings off the street
You're nearly a real treat
All tight lips and cold feet
And do you feel abused?
You got to stem the evil tide
And keep it all on the inside
Mary you're nearly a treat
Mary you're nearly a treat
But you're really a cry

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Written by: ROGER WATERS

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11 facts about this song

Song Formation
"Pigs (Three Different Ones)" is a composition by "Pink Floyd," a renowned British rock band. These artists are known for their progressive and psychedelic music infused with philosophical lyrics.
Album Inclusion
The song is part of the concept album "Animals" released in 1977. Inspired by George Orwell's Animal Farm, the album is a critique of the social-political environment of Britain.
Duration Highlight
With a length of 11:28 minutes, "Pigs (Three Different Ones)" is the longest track in the "Animals" album.
Song's Trilogy
The song is the second part of a trilogy of songs describing different classes in society - Dogs, Pigs, and Sheep. "Pigs (Three Different Ones)" represent the ruthless people who manipulate for personal gain.
Song's Concept
It features three verses, each of which refers to a different pig – possibly an allegory for specific individuals in real life.
Roger Waters Role
The track was written by Roger Waters, the band's bassist, and lead vocalist. Waters is known to be the artistic force behind many of Pink Floyd's successful albums.
Usage Of Vocoder
An interesting aspect of the song is the use of a vocoder, which is an electronic device used to modify or distort the human voice. In "Pigs (Three Different Ones)", the device is used to make Waters' voice sound like that of a pig.
Album Cover Iconic Feature
The album cover art featuring the Battersea Power Station and a flying pig has become iconic in rock history. This pig is referred to in the song "Pigs (Three Different Ones)".
Popular Live Performances
"Pigs (Three Different Ones)" was part of Pink Floyd's live set list during their "In the Flesh" tour, which later formed "The Wall".
Legacy of Song
Despite its prolonged length and intricate composition, "Pigs (Three Different Ones)" is often hailed as a classic Pink Floyd track, showcasing the band's creativity and social commentary.
Controversial Interpretations
While Roger Waters has never explicitly revealed the true identities of the 'three pigs', fans and critics have speculated that they could represent specific people in power at the time of the song's creation, making it controversial and intriguing.

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