The band was, for a time in the 1970s, a sensation in the world of British progressive-rock because of Sonja Kristina's sensual vocals and Darryl Way's romantic violin. Kristina was a veteran of the London musical Hair in the late 60s. This combination of sensual vocals and romantic violin was the same as tested in California by It's a Beautiful Day. Francis Monkman (the real genius behind their compositions) added a synthesiser.
Their debut album Air Conditioning (1970) contains "Vivaldi", their most celebrated piece. Second Album (1971) delivered their only hit, "Back Street Luv", and the twelve-minute "Piece of Mind". Their artistic peak was reached with Phantasmagoria (1972), but the band dissolved after Air Cut (1973), with Eddie Jobson taking over violin and keyboard duties. Kristina was joined by her husband Stewart Copeland (future The Police) for a new version of Curved Air that released Midnight Wire 1975) and Airborne (1976).
From then on Curved Air as a group were largely inactive. In early 2008, the band regrouped. A live album consisting of recordings from the previous UK tour, Live Atmosphere, was released on 2 April 2012. A studio album, North Star, followed in 2014.
Sonja Kristina remains the only original band member.
Stretch
Curved Air Lyrics
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Crazy dreams still floating in the mist around my head.
This was meant for you, that was meant for me.
I've seen sour men that frown, so others think they think,
But me, I prefer those lovin' smiles and a dozen pints of pink.
This was meant for you, that was meant for me.
The lyrics to Curved Air's song "Stretch" seem to depict the singer's journey as they wake up from a strange dream and begin their day. The lyrics describe stretching a mile upon waking up, suggesting that the singer is attempting to shake off the lingering effects of their dream. The imagery of "crazy dreams still floating in the mist around my head" paints a picture of confusion and disorientation. The lines "this was meant for you, that was meant for me" suggest a feeling of destiny or inevitability, as if the events of the dream are somehow connected to the singer's life.
Later in the song, the singer expresses a preference for "lovin' smiles and a dozen pints of pink" over the sour demeanors of others. This suggests a desire for positivity and joy in their life. Overall, the song seems to be about the singer's search for meaning and fulfillment. The dream may represent the confusing and overwhelming nature of life, while the desire for happiness and positivity suggests a search for a more satisfying existence.
Line by Line Meaning
Stretched a mile this morning when I got me out of bed,
I woke up feeling energized and ready to face the day ahead, even though I still had remnants of strange dreams in my mind.
Crazy dreams still floating in the mist around my head.
Although I was awake, my subconscious thoughts and memories of the weird dreams from the night before were still lingering in my mind.
This was meant for you, that was meant for me.
It feels as if there is a purpose for everything in life, and everything happens for a reason.
I've seen sour men that frown, so others think they think,
I've come across many people who pretend to be serious or thoughtful by frowning all the time, but I find it much more appealing when people smile and enjoy themselves.
But me, I prefer those lovin' smiles and a dozen pints of pink.
Personally, I like to surround myself with people who are happy and positive, and enjoy indulging in sweet things like a dozen pints of pink (referring to a pink drink or dessert).
Contributed by Mateo B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.