Octopus
Syd Barrett
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Trip to heave and ho, up down, to and fro You have no word Trip, trip to a dream dragon Hide your wings in a ghost tower Sails crackling at every plate we break Cracked by scattered needles Little minute gong Coughs and clears his throat Madam you see before you stand Hey ho, never be still The old original favorite grand Grasshoppers green Herbarian band And the tune they play in us confide So trip to heave and ho, up down, to and fro' You have no word Please leave us here Close our eyes to the octopus ride Isn't it good to be lost in the wood Isn't it bad so quiet there, in the wood Meant even less to me than I thought With a honey plough of yellow prickly seeds Clover honey pots and mystic shining feed Well, the madcap laughed at the man on the border Hey ho, huff the Talbot Cheetah he cried shouted kangaroo So through their tree they cried Please leave us here Close our eyes to the octopus ride The madcap laughed at the man on the border Hey ho, huff the Talbot The winds they blew and the leaves did wag And they'll never put me in their bag The seas will reach and always see So high you go, so low you creep The winds it blows in tropical heat The drones they throng on mossy seats The squeaking door will always creep Two up, two down we'll never meet So merrily trip for good my side Please leave us here Close our eyes to the octopus ride
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Written by: SYD BARRETT
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11 facts about this song
Origins of the Song (Background"Octopus" is a song by English musician Syd Barrett from his 1970 debut solo album "The Madcap Laughs."
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Lyrics and Melody (Song CompositionThe song is often appreciated for its whimsical lyrics and psychedelic melodies that reflect Barrett’s distinctive songwriting style.
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Notoriety (Popularity"Octopus" became one of Syd Barrett’s most well-known solo works, gaining notoriety both for its songwriting and Barrett’s unique vocal style.
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Working Title (ProductionDuring the recording process, the song was initially known under the working title "Clowns and Jugglers."
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Producers (ProductionThe track was produced by Barrett’s former Pink Floyd bandmates, Roger Waters, and David Gilmour.
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Music Video (MediaThough not typically known for his music videos, a promotional clip was made for "Octopus" featuring Barrett miming to the song.
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Different Versions (Song VersionsA number of different versions and mixes of "Octopus" exist, which adds to its mystique within Barrett's discography.
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Influence (LegacyThe song "Octopus" significantly influenced psychedelic and progressive rock genres.
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Live Performance (PerformanceDespite being one of Barrett's most popular songs, it is unclear whether he ever performed "Octopus" live.
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Analytical Interpretations (InterpretationSome analysts and fans interpret "Octopus" as a reflection of Barrett's own struggles with fame and mental health.
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Album Artwork (ArtistryThe cover art for "The Madcap Laughs" featuring Barrett sitting on the floor of his apartment, is now iconic and often associated with the song "Octopus" due to its prominence on the album.
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