The band recorded two albums: Ahead Rings Out (1969) and Getting to This (1970). Both reached the lower half of the British top ten. On the first album they played a heavy blues-rock rooted in the British 1960s R'n'B scene from which sprang groups like the Yardbirds, Free, and eventually Led Zeppelin, but Blodwyn Pig had a different twist on the genre thanks to Lancaster's sax being so prominent in the mix, which led them to more creative sixties underground jazz-influenced music on the second. The single "Summer Day" from Ahead Rings Out failed to chart.
Beggars Farm
Blodwyn Pig Lyrics
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Going out in the night time, good thing you make no sound.
But you don't fool me,
'Cause I know what you feel.
If you ignore the things I see, someday soon's gonna
Find your way down on Beggar's Farm.
Way down on Beggar's Farm.
I think I need you, gotta find someone.
Oh, you don't fool me,
'Cause I know what you feel.
When you go wild and I ask you why, I don't worry
When I see you lyin' down on Beggar's Farm.
But you're on to me, gonna turn away.
Won't even listen when you try to say
That you were only foolin' 'round,
'Cause I know what you feel.
But if you ask me nicely, woman,
I'll wake up early one day soon
And I'll visit you down on Beggar's Farm.
The song "Beggars Farm" by Blodwyn Pig explores the theme of taking chances and the consequences that come with it. The first verse talks about someone who is taking risks and their reputation is plummeting, but they are trying to be stealthy about it. The singer of the song sees through the facade and knows what the person is feeling, regardless of their attempts to hide it. The chorus warns that if the person continues to ignore what others see and take these risks, they will eventually end up on Beggar's Farm. The second verse tells the story of someone who is wasting their money and time pursuing someone they think they need, even though they know they are being fooled. The final verse is a conversation between the two, with the person trying to convince the other they were "only foolin' 'round" but the singer knows the truth. However, if the person asks nicely, they will visit them on Beggar's Farm.
The song's lyrics can be interpreted in a few different ways. The name "Beggar's Farm" could refer to a place of punishment, a place where losers and drug addicts end up. The line, "I pay my money for no returns," could evoke the idea of a gambler losing everything they have on a bet. Alternatively, the farm could be a metaphor for a place of refuge for people who are tired of living recklessly and need support to start over. Additionally, the lyrics suggest a battle of wills between the person taking risks and the singer, who represents society's expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
Taking chances, and your reputation's going down,
You're taking risks and your public image is declining
Going out in the night time, good thing you make no sound.
You're sneaking out at night, being careful not to draw attention
But you don't fool me,
I'm not tricked or deceived by you
'Cause I know what you feel.
I understand your emotions
If you ignore the things I see, someday soon's gonna
If you don't acknowledge what I'm seeing, it's only a matter of time before
Find your way down on Beggar's Farm.
You end up in a difficult situation, perhaps metaphorically represented by a poor farm
Way down on Beggar's Farm.
Further emphasis on the dire outcome
I pay my money for no returns,
I invest resources but receive nothing in return
I think I need you, gotta find someone.
I believe I require your assistance or companionship and need to find a suitable partner
Oh, you don't fool me,
You can't deceive me
'Cause I know what you feel.
I understand your emotions
When you go wild and I ask you why, I don't worry
When you behave erratically and I question you, I'm not concerned
When I see you lyin' down on Beggar's Farm.
Even if you do end up in a dire state, I won't be surprised
But you're on to me, gonna turn away.
You're aware of my observation and will ignore me
Won't even listen when you try to say
You won't pay attention when you attempt to explain yourself
That you were only foolin' 'round,
You were just toying or playing around
'Cause I know what you feel.
I understand your emotions
But if you ask me nicely, woman,
If you make a polite request of me, lady
I'll wake up early one day soon
I'll make an effort to rise early in the near future
And I'll visit you down on Beggar's Farm.
And I'll come to see you, even if you're in a difficult situation
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Written by: IAN ANDERSON, MICHAEL TIMOTHY ABRAHAMS
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