In addition, Belew is well-regarded for his contributions, particularly on guitar, to various other artists' recordings. In 1977, he performed with Frank Zappa, appearing in Zappa's 1979 concert film Baby Snakes, as well as Zappa's controversial album Sheik Yerbouti. He also supported David Bowie on his "Heroes" tour that was released as "Stage". He also played on the 1990 Sound + Vision tour. On both tours he was musical director, playing guitar and singing backing vocals.
Belew's other session credits include the 1980 album Remain in Light by the Talking Heads, Lights Out by Peter Wolf, and Paul Simon's landmark 1986 album Graceland. He worked with Laurie Anderson during the mid-1980s, appearing in her concert film Home of the Brave. During the 1990s, he contributed to three Nine Inch Nails albums, The Downward Spiral, The Fragile, and Ghosts. He played synthesized guitar on the song "God Shuffled His Feet" by Crash Test Dummies in 1993.
In the late-1980s, Belew formed the pop band The Bears with ex-Raisins members and released two albums, The Bears and Rise and Shine. A third album, Car Caught Fire, followed in 2001.
He features prominently on Tori Amos's 2001 cover album, "Strange Little Girls". He also contributed his lead guitar stylings to Porcupine Tree's album Deadwing (2005) as well as to a track ("I Can't Get Behind That", also featuring Henry Rollins) on the 2004 Ben Folds-produced William Shatner album Has Been.
People
Adrian Belew Lyrics
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People flee
People clam and say "It wasn`t me"
People fish
People beef
People arm to the teeth
Yes, you`ve got people on the tube,
Walking on the moon
People in tombs
People in igloos
Even a tribe of pygmies
People are the main spring
Turning the world around
People, they`re the main spring
Spinning this world upside down
People sun
People toast
People tire while other people smoke
People bowl
People rock
People pay to see two people box
Watch me, face me
Dress me, baby me
Phone me, wire me
House me
Bug me
Fire me
People are the main spring
Spinning the world around
People, they`re the main spring
Turning this world inside out
The lyrics to Adrian Belew's song "People" touch on the various experiences and behaviors of humanity. The lyrics start off by drawing attention to the fact that people have the capability to move quickly, both through flight and flight. However, when faced with negative consequences, people often deny involvement through phrases like "It wasn't me." The song then moves on to touch on different aspects of daily life, such as fishing, eating beef, and arming themselves. The lyrics recognize the vast diversity of human experiences by referencing people on the tube, on the moon, at the bottom of the sea, in tombs, in igloos, and even in a tribe of pygmies.
Overall, the song suggests that people are the driving force behind the world's movements and changes. The lyrics recognize the various ways in which people interact with and impact the world around them -- from starting wars to developing advances in technology. The metaphor of people being the "main spring" that spins and turns the world upside down highlights the idea that humans are the ones responsible for shaping the world in which they live.
Line by Line Meaning
People fly
Humans travel through the air using airplanes, jets or other means of flying transportation.
People flee
People run away from danger or threatening situations in order to protect themselves and escape harm.
People clam and say "It wasn't me"
People often try to avoid taking responsibility for their actions by denying they did anything wrong and trying to excuse themselves.
People fish
Some people enjoy catching fish as a hobby or for food, while others make their living as fishermen.
People beef
People eat beef as a source of protein and as part of their daily diet.
People arm to the teeth
Some people carry weapons or arm themselves in order to protect themselves from harm or in preparation for a fight or conflict.
Yes, you`ve got people on the tube,
Walking on the moon
People can be found in a variety of places, from underground trains to outer space, exploring and discovering new things.
People at the bottom of the sea
People in tombs
People in igloos
Even a tribe of pygmies
People inhabit different and diverse locations, from underground graves to icy homes, across different cultures and societies.
People are the main spring
Turning the world around
People, they`re the main spring
Spinning this world upside down
Humans are the key driving force behind many changes that occur in the world, from revolutions and social movements to technological advancements and scientific discoveries, either in a positive or negative way.
People sun
People toast
People tire while other people smoke
People bowl
People rock
People pay to see two people box
People have various preferences and hobbies, from sunbathing and dining out to watching sports or participating in physical activities like bowling or rock climbing.
Watch me, face me
Dress me, baby me
Phone me, wire me
House me
Bug me
Fire me
People can interact with each other in different ways, from watching or facing them to communicating through technology or providing shelter or employment, although this can also involve negative behaviors like surveillance or dismissal.
People are the main spring
Spinning the world around
People, they`re the main spring
Turning this world inside out
Humans have the power and ability to influence and change the world around them, whether for better or for worse, including their living conditions, social relationships, and the natural environment.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KEITH D HARRISON
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@Soft_Machine
This album is a perfect fusion of Red and Discipline
@peterresetz1960
This song is so polyrhythmic. Love the interplay between Bruford Mastelotto. Also Levin uses short drum sticks on his fingers to get the percussive sound on his bass on the first part of the song. Plus Fripp, Belew, and Gunn. This is what a true Super Group sounds like.
@PrimitiveInTheExtreme
The rhythms of this track are incredible.
@robertbuzby3769
That's why it's called: Thrack...
@user-dg5pm9jb8q
rhythmic lovely song🥰 😃✨🎵✌️🤘👌☆！
@RicardoBirdlegs
KC: the band with the best rhythm section ever.
@ProjectBuddle
This entire album is underrated.
@incognito7479
I got Thrak when it was first released. Played it almost daily for months. I couldn’t get enough. A superb recording, in my humble opinion. Magnificent.
@INDiORockBog
by whom??????
@ProjectBuddle
@@INDiORockBog Most King Crimson fans