Eclipse
COCINA - Pink Floyd Lyrics


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All that you touch
And all that you see
All that you taste
All you feel
And all that you love
And all that you hate
All you distrust
All you save
And all that you give
And all that you deal
And all that you buy
Beg, borrow or steal
And all you create
And all you destroy
And all that you do
And all that you say
And all that you eat
And everyone you meet (everyone you meet)
And all that you slight
And everyone you fight
And all that is now
And all that is gone
And all that's to come




And everything under the sun is in tune
But the sun is eclipsed by the moon

Overall Meaning

In Pink Floyd's song "Eclipse," the lyrics delve into the expansive and intricate tapestry of human existence, encapsulating all aspects of life and its complexities. The opening lines, "All that you touch and all that you see, all that you taste, all you feel," emphasize the sensory experience of the world around us, suggesting that every action and perception we encounter is interconnected and significant. This paints a vivid picture of how our senses shape our reality and perception of the world.


The subsequent verses continue to explore the dualities of life, touching upon love and hate, trust and distrust, creation and destruction, and the choices we make in how we navigate the world. The lyrics highlight the dichotomies that exist within ourselves and in our interactions with others, underscoring the multifaceted nature of human relationships and emotions. The mention of giving, dealing, buying, and even stealing further underscores the complex web of interactions and transactions that define our lives.


As the song progresses, it delves into the idea of past, present, and future, suggesting a cyclical nature to existence. The reference to everyone we meet, slight, and fight encapsulates the diverse range of experiences and relationships we encounter in our lifetime, further accentuating the dynamic and ever-changing nature of human interaction. The contemplation on what is now, what is gone, and what is yet to come underscores the temporal nature of life and the inevitability of change and progression.


The closing lines of the song bring everything under the banner of a cosmic harmony, suggesting that despite the chaos and turmoil of life, there is an underlying unity and balance that connects all living beings. The metaphor of the sun being eclipsed by the moon symbolizes a temporary overshadowing of light and clarity, hinting at moments of darkness and uncertainty that punctuate our existence. Ultimately, the lyrics of "Eclipse" invite reflection on the interconnectedness of all things and the profound mystery of the universal order that governs our lives.


Line by Line Meaning

All that you touch
Every aspect of your interaction and connection with the world


And all that you see
Everything that is within your sight and perception


All that you taste
Each flavor and experience that you savor


All you feel
Every emotion and sensation that you experience


And all that you love
Every person or thing that you hold dear and cherish


And all that you hate
Every feeling of animosity and disdain that you harbor


All you distrust
Every suspicion and lack of trust that you possess


All you save
Every resource or entity that you set aside for later use


And all that you give
Every donation or act of generosity that you offer


And all that you deal
Every transaction or negotiation that you engage in


And all that you buy
Every item or service that you purchase or acquire


Beg, borrow or steal
Regardless of how you obtain something, legally or not


And all you create
Every piece of art or invention that you bring into existence


And all you destroy
Every object or relationship that you demolish or ruin


And all that you do
Every action or task that you perform


And all that you say
Every word or expression that you communicate


And all that you eat
Every piece of food or beverage that you consume


And everyone you meet (everyone you meet)
Each individual that you encounter or cross paths with


And all that you slight
Every offense or disrespect that you show towards others


And everyone you fight
Every confrontation or conflict that you engage in with others


And all that is now
Every current situation or circumstance that exists


And all that is gone
Every past memory or event that has faded away


And all that's to come
Every future possibility or outcome that awaits you


And everything under the sun is in tune
Every element of existence is harmoniously connected and balanced


But the sun is eclipsed by the moon
Despite the harmony, there are moments of overshadowing darkness or conflict




Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management
Written by: George Roger Waters

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HDPinkFloyd

if a radio had been tuned away from one station, through several others (including a radio play and one playing the opening of the finale movement of Tchaikovsky's Fourth Symphony), and finally to a new station where "Wish You Were Here" is beginning. The radio was recorded from Gilmour's car radio. He performed the intro on a twelve-string guitar, processed to sound like it was playing through an AM radio, and then overdubbed a fuller-sounding acoustic guitar solo. This passage was mixed to sound as though a guitarist were listening to the radio and playing along. As the acoustic part becomes more complex, the 'radio broadcast' fades away and Gilmour's voice enters, while the rest of the band joins in


Lyrically, the song is often considered to be a direct tribute to Syd Barrett. However, on the documentary The Story of Wish You Were Here, Gilmour and Waters separately describe the original concept that differs from this interpretation. Waters, who mainly wrote the lyrics complementing Gilmour's initial riff idea and subsequent joint composition, describes the lyrics as being directed at himself, as his lyrics often are. Being present in one's own life and freeing one's self in order to truly experience life is a main topic in this song. Gilmour, on the other hand, recognizes that he does not ever perform the song without remembering Syd Barrett. Waters later adds that the song is nevertheless open to interpretation]

Both David Gilmour and Roger Waters have praised the song as one of Pink Floyd's finest. Roger Waters has noted that the collaboration between himself and David Gilmour on the song was "... really good. All bits of it are really, really good. I'm very happy about it. David Gilmour has playfully called "Wish You Were Here" "a very simple country song" and stated that "because of its resonance and the emotional weight it carries, it is one of our best songs.



David Gilmour – guitar, vocals
Nick Mason – drums, percussion, vocal phrase (recording)
Rick Wright – Hammond organ, synthesiser
Guy Pratt – bass guitar
Gary Wallis – percussion, extra drums on Pulse
Tim Renwick – rhythm guitar
Jon Carin – synthesiser,
must not forget the ladies backing up Floyd !
Sam Brown – backing vocals
Durga McBroom – backing vocals,
Claudia Fontaine – backing vocals



All comments from YouTube:

HDPinkFloyd

if a radio had been tuned away from one station, through several others (including a radio play and one playing the opening of the finale movement of Tchaikovsky's Fourth Symphony), and finally to a new station where "Wish You Were Here" is beginning. The radio was recorded from Gilmour's car radio. He performed the intro on a twelve-string guitar, processed to sound like it was playing through an AM radio, and then overdubbed a fuller-sounding acoustic guitar solo. This passage was mixed to sound as though a guitarist were listening to the radio and playing along. As the acoustic part becomes more complex, the 'radio broadcast' fades away and Gilmour's voice enters, while the rest of the band joins in


Lyrically, the song is often considered to be a direct tribute to Syd Barrett. However, on the documentary The Story of Wish You Were Here, Gilmour and Waters separately describe the original concept that differs from this interpretation. Waters, who mainly wrote the lyrics complementing Gilmour's initial riff idea and subsequent joint composition, describes the lyrics as being directed at himself, as his lyrics often are. Being present in one's own life and freeing one's self in order to truly experience life is a main topic in this song. Gilmour, on the other hand, recognizes that he does not ever perform the song without remembering Syd Barrett. Waters later adds that the song is nevertheless open to interpretation]

Both David Gilmour and Roger Waters have praised the song as one of Pink Floyd's finest. Roger Waters has noted that the collaboration between himself and David Gilmour on the song was "... really good. All bits of it are really, really good. I'm very happy about it. David Gilmour has playfully called "Wish You Were Here" "a very simple country song" and stated that "because of its resonance and the emotional weight it carries, it is one of our best songs.



David Gilmour – guitar, vocals
Nick Mason – drums, percussion, vocal phrase (recording)
Rick Wright – Hammond organ, synthesiser
Guy Pratt – bass guitar
Gary Wallis – percussion, extra drums on Pulse
Tim Renwick – rhythm guitar
Jon Carin – synthesiser,
must not forget the ladies backing up Floyd !
Sam Brown – backing vocals
Durga McBroom – backing vocals,
Claudia Fontaine – backing vocals

J.S.O.C.

HDPinkFloyd ottimo risveglio ❤️

19Bearsfansince79

Interesting.. I thought it was about a soldier in the Vietnam war...

Suzy Cat

Thanks for that fascinating info🎸 🙂 I feel blessed to have seen Pink Floyd on the Pulse tour in Rome, Italy , 1994 ❤
What a great atmosphere ; of course they played this song first . They do that to honour Syd , whatever Roger Waters says, he wasn't touring with them by then. They usually play Shine On You Crazy Diamond first , there were pictures of Syd during that too.
What a great concert , they played 3 nights in Rome , I saw the first night. It was the 20th Anniversary of Dark Side of the Moon.
For a special encore , they played the whole album! 😯😃 Always been my favourite band.
Best concert I've ever attended. 🎵 Great backing vocals from the 3 women. RIP Syd Barrett 🙏🏻 RIP Rick Wright 🙏🏻 Never forgotten ❤🐱♏🌌⏳🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

HB

TNX a song is about what the listener picks up. That's magic

HB

Hi HD and the radio play is radio 4;)

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1954hany

I am happy that I lived in a time when bands like Pink Floyd, Deep Purple, Beatles, Rolling Stone, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin and many others played such great music.

Christopher Buck

Same here.

Dejan Petrović

Don't forget the 80's, rock bands. We are out of the good rock for 30 years. Damn long period.

Sylvie HARTMANN-FROSSARD

Même sentiment !

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