Pink Floyd were founded in 1965 by Syd Barrett (guitar, lead vocals), Nick Mason (drums), Roger Waters (bass guitar, vocals), and Richard Wright (keyboards, vocals). Under Barrett's leadership, they released two charting singles and the successful debut album The Piper at the Gates of Dawn (1967). Guitarist and vocalist David Gilmour joined in December 1967; Barrett left in April 1968 due to deteriorating mental health. Waters became the primary lyricist and thematic leader, devising the concepts behind the band's peak success with the albums The Dark Side of the Moon (1973), Wish You Were Here (1975), Animals (1977) and The Wall (1979). The musical film based on The Wall, Pink Floyd – The Wall (1982), won two BAFTA Awards. Pink Floyd also composed several film scores.
Following personal tensions, Wright left Pink Floyd in 1979, followed by Waters in 1985. Gilmour and Mason continued as Pink Floyd, rejoined later by Wright. They produced two more albums—A Momentary Lapse of Reason (1987) and The Division Bell (1994)—and toured in support of both before entering a long hiatus. In 2005, all but Barrett reunited for a one-off performance at the global awareness event Live 8. Barrett died in 2006, and Wright in 2008. The last Pink Floyd studio album, The Endless River (2014), was based on unreleased material from the Division Bell recording sessions. In 2022, Gilmour and Mason reformed Pink Floyd to release the song "Hey, Hey, Rise Up!" in protest of the Russo-Ukrainian War.
By 2013, Pink Floyd had sold more than 250 million records worldwide, making them one of the best-selling music artists of all time. The Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall were inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, and these albums and Wish You Were Here are among the best-selling albums of all time. Four Pink Floyd albums topped the US Billboard 200, and five topped the UK Album Chart. Pink Floyd's hit singles include "See Emily Play" (1967), "Money" (1973), "Another Brick in the Wall, Part 2" (1979), "Not Now John" (1983), "On the Turning Away" (1987) and "High Hopes" (1994). They were inducted into the US Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996 and the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2005. In 2008, Pink Floyd were awarded the Polar Music Prize in Sweden for their contribution to modern music.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pink_Floyd
Studio albums
The Piper at the Gates of Dawn (1967)
A Saucerful of Secrets (1968)
More (1969)
Ummagumma (1969)
Atom Heart Mother (1970)
Meddle (1971)
Obscured by Clouds (1972)
The Dark Side of the Moon (1973)
Wish You Were Here (1975)
Animals (1977)
The Wall (1979)
The Final Cut (1983)
A Momentary Lapse of Reason (1987)
The Division Bell (1994)
The Endless River (2014)
The Committee Pt 6
Pink Floyd Lyrics
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How near or how far
Shine on, you crazy diamond
Pile on many more layers
And I'll be joining you there
Shine on, you crazy diamond
And we'll bask in the shadow of yesterday's triumph
Come on, you boy child, you winner and loser
Come on, you miner, for truth and delusion, and shine
The song "Shine On You Crazy Diamond" by Pink Floyd encapsulates the band's reaction to the turbulent times in which they lived in the late 1970s. "The Committee Pt 6," a track from the album "More," is a continuation of their exploration of social and political issues. The song suggests the influence of a mysterious force that remains invisible while exerting control over society. The lyrics, "Nobody knows where you are, how near or how far," describe the idea that the people in power are invisible and inaccessible to the general public.
The opening lines, "Shine on you crazy diamond, pile on many more layers, and I'll be joining you there," are a direct reference to Pink Floyd's former lead singer and guitarist, Syd Barrett. Barrett was a founding member of the band and wrote many of their early hits. However, his decline into drug addiction and mental illness led to his eventual departure from the band. The lyrics suggest that Barrett is still there in spirit, shining on, despite his absence.
The remainder of the song is an encouragement to those who feel like they have lost their way. "Come on, you boy child, you winner and loser, come on, you miner, for truth and delusion, and shine" suggests that everyone has the potential to be great, regardless of their background or struggles. The song's chord progression, combined with David Gilmour's soaring guitar solo, provides a backdrop that is both emotive and inspiring.
Line by Line Meaning
Nobody knows where you are
Your current location is a mystery to everyone
How near or how far
It's unknown whether you're close or far away
Shine on, you crazy diamond
Keep shining, you unique and exceptional person
Pile on many more layers
Add more complexity to your personality and life experiences
And I'll be joining you there
I'll be there to support and accompany you
And we'll bask in the shadow of yesterday's triumph
We'll celebrate the successes of the past
Sail on the steel breeze
Continue moving forward on your life's journey, even if it's difficult
Come on, you boy child, you winner and loser
Addressing both the successes and failures of our lives, encouraging perseverance through both
Come on, you miner, for truth and delusion, and shine
Whether seeking truth or fantasy, keep shining in your own unique way
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: David Jon Gilmour, George Roger Waters, Richard William Wright
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@Cherry_Magenta
If anyone's curious
Part 1 (Reversed version) 0:00
Part 1 (Both this and the above are mostly just random organ/guitar noises and cymbals) 0:36
Part 2 (A kinda upbeat Syd-era-esque instrumental with some cymbals at the end) 1:12
Part 3 (Dialogue covers the music. Bird noises are audible) 2:36
Part 4 (Same thing, but with Rick's organ instead of bird noises) 5:17
Part 5 (More dialogue in the way, The music is basically a bass drone with some annoying plucky (i think) organs) 6:41
Part 6 (Dialogue. Starts with screechy guitar before going into Rick's distinctive organs) 8:47
Part 7 (Early Careful With That Axe Eugene Recording. Dialogue still covers it) 9:37
Part 8 (A peaceful instrumental track with nice guitar and organ. Only one line of dialogue) 12:15
Parts 2 and 8 are in the early years box set, but it's on the disc exclusive to the $500 box itself :(
@MichaelHansenFUN
TRACKLIST:
There really isn't much of a tracklist for this, it's one continuous untitled medley that's split into nine parts.
The Committee (Part 1 backwards version) – 0:36
The Committee (Part 1) – 0:36
The Committee (Part 2) – 1:09
The Committee (Part 3) – 2:56
The Committee (Part 4) – 1:24
The Committee (Part 5) – 2:06
The Committee (Part 6) – 0:50
The Committee (Part 7) – 2:38
The Committee (Part 8) – 3:30
one is CAREWFUL WITH THAT AXE EUGENE
@Cherry_Magenta
If anyone's curious
Part 1 (Reversed version) 0:00
Part 1 (Both this and the above are mostly just random organ/guitar noises and cymbals) 0:36
Part 2 (A kinda upbeat Syd-era-esque instrumental with some cymbals at the end) 1:12
Part 3 (Dialogue covers the music. Bird noises are audible) 2:36
Part 4 (Same thing, but with Rick's organ instead of bird noises) 5:17
Part 5 (More dialogue in the way, The music is basically a bass drone with some annoying plucky (i think) organs) 6:41
Part 6 (Dialogue. Starts with screechy guitar before going into Rick's distinctive organs) 8:47
Part 7 (Early Careful With That Axe Eugene Recording. Dialogue still covers it) 9:37
Part 8 (A peaceful instrumental track with nice guitar and organ. Only one line of dialogue) 12:15
Parts 2 and 8 are in the early years box set, but it's on the disc exclusive to the $500 box itself :(
@BrentMagellan
Part 2 seems to be a quote from an early single of their mates from Soft Machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CvGJPvAmM2M
@MrSnappy67
If it's any consolation, the tracks on the box set are sourced from the film audio, too. So you're not missing exclusively better quality.
@getofly313
Thank you for these timestamps/ descriptions sir 👏
@KN-gi6rg
I just realized Part 8 is "You and Who's Army" by Radiohead. - https://youtu.be/QQnc-hM80UQ
Interesting!
I don't think it was "stolen", but more of an example how musicians can often be influenced, often without even knowing it! Pretty cool!
@KN-gi6rg
Sorry - You and Whose Army*
@kimness7796
Just found this relic! They should have put this on a CD, which has a lot of space, as a bonus. The end segment (start 12:16) is a real killer.
@thelegendofhuman
Its awesome
@milkywayexplorer942
@TheLegendOfHuman awesome is a weak word
@sydmccreath4554
@TheLegendOfHuman FFS yanks saying everything is “awesome” 🤦🏻♂️