Murder
Pink Floyd / David Gilmour Lyrics
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As if there was something that they thought they might find
Taking some strength from the feelings that always were shared
And in the background, the eyes that just stared
What was it brought you out here in the dark?
Was it your only way of making your mark
Did you get rid of all the voices in your head?
On your own admission you raised up the knife
And you brought it down ending another man's life
When it was done you just threw down the blade
While the red blood spread wider like the anger you made
I don't want this anger that's burning in me
It's something from which it's so hard to be free
But none of the tears that we cry in sorrow or rage
Can make any difference, or turn back the page
The lyrics of Pink Floyd/David Gilmour's song "Murder" are about a violent crime, presumably a murder, and the turmoil it brings to the perpetrator. The opening lines describe a group of people waiting in line, some with anticipation and others with hesitation. They draw strength from their shared feelings, while in the background, someone's eyes just stare. The song then asks the perpetrator what brought them to commit such a heinous act. Was it their way of making a mark, silencing the voices in their head, or simply a moment of uncontrollable anger?
The chorus reflects on the aftermath of the crime, with the singer struggling with the consequences of their action. They do not want to carry the burning anger inside them, but they realize that regret and tears cannot change the past. The images of blood and anger are recurring themes throughout the song and provide a bleak and introspective take on the nature of violence and its impact on individuals and society.
Overall, "Murder" is a haunting and thought-provoking song that delves into the psychological and emotional landscape of a killer, without condoning or glorifying their actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Some of them standing, some were waiting in the line
People are waiting in line, with some standing and some sitting, holding on to the hope of finding something that they want.
As if there was something that they thought they might find
People in the line were looking for something that they might find, or they believe that something might come up.
Taking some strength from the feelings that always were shared
People are gathering courage and confidence from sharing their feelings together.
And in the background, the eyes that just stared
Some people that are in the background just stare, without saying anything or taking any action.
What was it brought you out here in the dark?
What reason or motivation did you have to come out here in the dark?
Was it your only way of making your mark?
Did you have to commit a crime to make your mark in life?
Did you get rid of all the voices in your head?
Did you silence all the voices in your head before committing the crime?
Do you now miss them and the things that they said?
Do you now regret silencing those voices and miss the things that they were saying to you?
On your own admission you raised up the knife
You admit that you were the one who raised the knife up to commit the murder.
And you brought it down ending another man's life
You brought the knife down and ended someone else's life.
When it was done you just threw down the blade
After committing the crime, you threw down the knife.
While the red blood spread wider like the anger you made
The blood of the victim spread out, signifying the tension and anger that led to the murder.
I don't want this anger that's burning in me
The singer is expressing his desire to get rid of the anger that's inside him.
It's something from which it's so hard to be free
It's hard to get rid of that anger or to control it
But none of the tears that we cry in sorrow or rage
No matter how much we cry out of sorrow or anger, it can't change what has happened.
Can make any difference, or turn back the page
Crying won't change the past or make things right again, it's a way to release emotions but doesn't change the reality.
Lyrics © IMAGEM U.S. LLC
Written by: DAVID JON GILMOUR
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Brandon Wong
Murder
David Gilmour
Some of them standing, some were waiting in the line
As if there was something that they thought they might find
Taking some strength from the feelings that always were shared
And in the background, the eyes that just stared
What was it brought you out here in the dark?
Was it your only way of making your mark
Did you get rid of all the voices in your head?
Do you now miss them and the things that they said?
On your own admission you raised up the knife
And you brought it down ending another man's life
When it was done you just threw down the blade
While the red blood spread wider like the anger you made
I don't want this anger that's burning in me
It's something from which it's so hard to be free
But none of the tears that we cry in sorrow or rage
Can make any difference, or turn back the page
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Some of them standing, some were waiting in the line
As if there was something that they thought they might find
Taking some strength from the feelings that always were shared
And in the background, the eyes that just stared
What was it brought you out here in the dark?
Was it your only way of making your mark
Did you get rid of all the voices in your head?
Do you now miss them and the things that they said?
On your own admission you raised up the knife
And you brought it down ending another man's life
When it was done you just threw down the blade
While the red blood spread wider like the anger you made
I don't want this anger that's burning in me
It's something from which it's so hard to be free
But none of the tears that we cry in sorrow or rage
Can make any difference, or turn back the page
Mary Ann Garcia
David Gilmour, my favorite musician of the last 50 years. That voice,that guitar. There will never be anyone like him again. Thank you David for 50 years of absolute joy!
Eric Q
Master showman
Anastasia Pattison
do you have his 1st solo disc?
Daniel Andre Widnes
A master tune, this shows the depths of David Gilmour's ability to create music. 🎵
Johnny English
For sure. Epic.
Mikel Elizalde
Soy fun de Pink Floyd desde que era adolescente y nunca dejaré de escuchar a David Gilmour / Pink Floyd. Una de las mejores canciones!!!
born2fly145
One of the best and most underrated songs and musicians of rock.
Bmesketit
born2fly145 song maybe but musician not
Tim Braun
randomguy1 Yeah David is huge. not underrated
Dennis Benzle
yea man the best in the world