King Crimson - I Talk To The Wind

I TALK TO THE WIND
(McDonald, Sinfield)
Said the straight man to the late man
Where have you been
I've been here and I've been there
And I've been in between.
I talk to the wind
My words are all carried away
I talk to the wind
The wind does not hear
The wind cannot hear.
I'm on the outside looking inside
What do I see
Much confusion, disillusion
All around me.
You don't possess me
Don't impress me
Just upset my mind
Can't instruct me or conduct me
Just use up my time.
I talk to the wind
My words are all carried away
I talk to the wind
The wind does not hear
The wind cannot hear.
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Robert Fripp-guitar
Ian McDonald-reeds, woodwind, vibes, keyboards, mellotron, vocals
Greg Lake-bass guitar, lead vocals
Michael Giles-drums, percussion, vocals
Peter Sinfield-words and illumination
Cover by Barry Godber
Equipment by Vick and Dik
Recorded at Wessex Sound Studios, London
Engineer: Robin Thompson
Assistant Engineer: Tony Page
Produced by King Crimson for EG Productions, ‘David & John’
#InTheCourtOfTheCrimsonKing
#KingCrimson
#RobertFripp

[@pchristianzenner904]

Back in 1978, I caught my Mom listening to this on my headphones. She said she loved this. Miss her so much.

[@progrockplaylists]

i was born in 2003 and can't even imagine what great fun you had back then. can't imagine being born in the 40s like your mother either

[@pchristianzenner904]

@@progrockplaylists late '20s. Glad to hear you're into this stuff. Good music is timeless. To quote a lyric..."teach your children". And we all take the memories with us. ✌

[@goofygoobah9395]

Off topic but I miss the old days of when electronics and other stuff was in its early stages ;-;

[@daniel0-01]

@@pchristianzenner904 I'm glad to know there is another generation of king crimson fans

[@andreasballe7470]

@@pchristianzenner904 You're born in the late 20s??? You're almost a hundred years old?

[@tulyar57]

"Where have you been?" "I've been here and...I've been there and...I've been inbetween" I used Peter Sinfield's lyrics to a teacher when i was late for school almost fifty years ago. Sadly, he didn't understand the philosophical content and I got one hours detention instead.

[@AdeneTzr]

F

[@Burt472]

Sorry about that, bro...You tried....

[@patsyparisi2620]

👍🤣

[@veetee4852]

Ha!

[@nrdy8221]

I'd call you an idiot, but that'd be too lenient

[@gabe913]

My mom died yesterday. I had to spend the next twelve hours at work. When I got in my car, this was the first thing I listened to. It made me feel a little bit better. Thank you, King Crimson.

[@rudybernal5555]

I wish you the best, man. I hope your mother is at peace

[@danmylecraine3796]

I'm so sorry! She loves you!

[@bonniecollum3037]

I'm sorry about your mom. Till you see her again , may God be with you. 🙏🏻

[@monkyz0]

Hope ur doing well gabe

[@ChrisBarnette-zk8iy]

This is rough and I wish you positive vibes.

[@spanishcastle9]

The flute solo on this song is like a candle in the darkness of this age we're living in.

[@Soulventing]

so true!!

[@joemachunda]

The flute here reminds me of the Moody Blues and their use of the flute back in the late 60s. Haunting

[@David.S.]

well said..

[@leighharris2080]

Curse the darkness, follow the light

[@eugeneaxe]

Absolutely. This song feels far more relevant to the state of the world than it did in the late 60's.

[@mariosaliba8036]

"In the Court of the Crimson King" - definitely one of the best albums of all time

[@pylgrym]

I bought it as a Sophomore at Northwestern University from the local record store on the strength of the cover alone.

[@zezmerelda240]

@@pylgrym the cover rocks- it convinced me, too!

[@df5295]

The inside cover is just as strange! It always reminded me of a stoned moon man! 🤣

[@ivanameruoso]

One of the albums of all time indeed

[@michelperez6498]

Oui je suis avec toi, incroyable ce son, est de la perfection, délirant et apaisanr

[@Fujicator]

A part of my soul is stuck in between the chords of this song...

[@guitaristssuck8979]

Hope you'll enjoy this then: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp3KnWWmbLt7ncU

[@xysoldat5073]

Wait wait wait You got a soul?

[@procerus3654]

2020 took my soul, doused it in gasoline and charred it

[@Fujicator]

@@xysoldat5073 yeps none would buy it so I kept it in my empty pocket... ^_^

[@Fujicator]

@@procerus3654 2020isn't over and 2021 may bring some other mayhems so keep a little fuel for ulterior purposes !

[@69mikequinn]

I'm 73 years old and this has been one of my favorite songs all these years wish we still had music playing these days

[@univeriagonzalez6678]

I'm 31 and It's also one of my favorite songs, for my dad, he has 69. Regards from Mexico :)

[@humbertohinostroza4936]

Rest in peace Grandpa 🙏🏼🕊️ 9/19 This is the last song you told me to play for you. ❤️

[@bbpoItergeist]

W grandpa

[@darrellminx5459]

He picked the right song l

[@Eldelbigote]

Such a beautiful, almost hypnotic song. Definitely my favorite on the album

[@thomasmrf.brunner]

Yes - that is also my absolute favorite : King Crimson: I talk to the Wind (1969 - In the Court of the Crimson King) kzbin.info/aero/PLfdMKJMGPPtyujGy4_cvpvp7oK7PrQxbO

[@drew23ski]

Beautiful song. Im not big into prog but love this whole album its like going to church

[@mikepatrick5909]

@@drew23ski Our FM radio station in the 70's would play this on Sunday mornings...

[@amramjose]

I agree, a great song, instrumentals, vocals, all of it!

[@anthonyreed8131]

I love it too

[@NumbGeek]

Fripp being on youtube with Toyah was very healthy for us Crimson fans

[@guidomotshagen7541]

To yah... 💖

[@kairosguillot9227]

oh

[@NumbGeek]

@@kairosguillot9227 hey bro, depressed as well?

[@kairosguillot9227]

@@NumbGeek Yeah like shit, just commented because of that, best wojack lol.

[@MrFester85]

Guess I’m still new. Toyah?

[@valentinvas6454]

How the fuck is the sound quality so good on this album. I'm not even listening on a high end system but I'm just blown away.

[@revwahfair]

They didn't play this song loud & certain studios just had that touch on recordings.

[@DWHarper62]

I think KC takes care of the quality and mastering of their products... this one is excellent... Also, those dudes knew what they were doing in 1969...

[@andy148]

Yeah. This had amazing production. God knows how they afforded it

[@peterphillips7184]

Touch of the Master’s hand.

[@marcmacario7611]

Recorded on 2-tracks tape with 1 who was not very efficient ! What if with 48 ? Surely not the same magic...

[@leebampkin6308]

Vocals by the great Greg Lake. A brilliant song.

[@delby66]

To me. Greg was the best rock singer. He could sing softly, like he does in this beautiful track and then he could go to a powerful voice for any up-tempo track. Not many singers could do that. I'm was a big ELP fan and to see them so many times it was a pleasure to listen to Greg's voice, live.

[@eddymannylow8216]

"great Greg Lake" has a nice ring btw.

[@Marc-lq2qf]

A super brillant song, a real masterpiece !

[@loucat2779]

He was a voice of my youth, meant so much, in between Crimson and ELP

[@claybeach117]

Just a beautiful song

[@alexanderv6712]

In the court of the crimson king a masterpiece

[@dread6295]

This band needs more appreciation and less memes.

[@leanhngo2944]

@@dread6295 I love Jojo but sometimes the fanbase annoys the fuck out of me

[@wobbenbuffet3286]

@@dread6295 they need to be seen as legitimate musicians with genius songs instead of just man with tiny face on his forehead who punches people through the chest

[@mikepatrick5909]

UNCANNY

[@matteofaccin6636]

I, for one, discovered this band because of Jojo and ate up all their albums on Spotify. Their music is literally soul catching, I could not stop listening. It hooked me into the court of the Crimson King

[@spectralmaya4586]

I recently showed this to a friend, and though she had no interest in Prog or much rock at the time, she absolutely loved it and asked for similar songs. This music still engages more people to this day, and it's fantastic to see it here on KZbin as part of that.

[@guidomotshagen7541]

King Crimson perfectly fitted in with the psychedelic era, but they themselves were never part of that scene; actually they were rather bourgeois and "classical minded". Fripp himself cannot be called a rock- (or even pop-) guitarist, he plays it in a classical manner and I've never heard him play anything bluesy or something close to rock. He's very disciplined, but he's also a perfect example of "if it ain't got that swing it don't mean a thing" (Duke Ellington). I was very proud when a professional guitarist publicly said that "Guido has a good blues coming on". I was 12 at the time, and I was rehearsing "Day Tripper" 😂😂😂. I learned from the best, but I still can only imitate Jimi. 😢😢😢

[@rat9041]

i only found out about this band like a month ago lol

[@realmigra375]

@@rat9041 I can tell

[@Shizzy5321]

I discovered them very recently and I love all the songs I have heard from them

[@xandergonzo4853]

Sadly, she most likely sees this as another "lo-fi hip-hop chill song" instead of actually appreciating the instruments, composition and deeper meaning of the lyrics. But at least she's listening to it...

[@shellymac7597]

My older brother had the album, In the Court of the Crimson King. I used to "borrow' the album when he was not home and listen to this song over and over. I was obsessed with this song. Hearing it again takes me back many decades.

[@revwahfair]

Me too. Except I'd take mescaline or acid & put on headphones.🤣😎

[@forestwalker5798]

Mysterious and beautiful isn't it!!

[@jimcapece5541]

Me too , they got mad ,I like the whole album

[@jimcapece5541]

@Snek definitely not ,just weed is ok

[@darrellminx5459]

Me too

[@ErickAgudeloMolinasax]

R.I.P Ian McDonald 😞, gracias por esas hermosas notas, por cantar a través de tu flauta e inspirarnos. ❤️💔

[@Mynamesalexa]

Saw him with Foreigner and Rolling Stones 1978. Also saw King Crimson 3xs but he wasn't in King Crimson. 1974, 1982, 1984

[@larrycom]

Ian was my buddy for 20 years and now we will All miss him forever.

[@spiritualphysics]

Just found out today he is the man responsible for my favorite flute solo. May he dance well among the stars.

[@robsprowl5610]

@@Mynamesalexa I'm pretty sure that was Ian McLagen w/ the Stones in' '78

[@Mynamesalexa]

My error

[@yellowgetbright]

Finally, it's back.

[@badoocee1967]

My sentiments exactly. 👑

[@Kruegerisgod]

But for how long? Lol

[@BichaelStevens]

@@Kruegerisgod it's the official King Crimson

[@Kruegerisgod]

@@BichaelStevens What about that?

[@BichaelStevens]

@@Kruegerisgod think, Mark!

[@MerkinMuffly]

You would never no by the intro track of this album of what was to come.

[@Cryo837]

It almost turned me off from listening to the rest of the album. Luckily I saw your comment and found the rest of it EXCELLENT!!! Thanks

[@stexjy1302]

lmao I saw ur comment in the intro video LOL

[@marcanglin7127]

Such a diverse selection of music on this album; part of what makes it SO great.

[@v-town1980]

*know

[@kiela17]

@@v-town1980 lol, English major here. Either people don't have auto correct, they can't spell or they don't care. I gave up a long time ago

[@Soviecik1]

The flute solo makes me feel like the wind does answer.

[@user-fs1gd6iy1u]

I dig Greg Lake's Lead Vocal on this classic. Michael Giles' Drumming is simply perfect! Ian MacDonald 's Flute solo is so ethereal and so beautiful! I listened to this track today, February 20,2024, on this rainy day in Highland Park, California.

[@hartenny]

:3

[@champihigh]

my dad listened to king crimson on cassettes 30years ago and now im smoking a j on my rooftop with him listening to this song. such a beautiful hypnotic sound. i'm so glad he made me discover this type of peace

[@anthonyharper2371]

I am sitting here with tears pouring down. Lovely to think that you have such a bond with your dad. Wonderful and thanks for posting.

[@AndreFelipe-li7uw]

You are a lucky man

[@cjmac5449]

I love how the drums just flow with the intricacies of all the different instruments this song is truly a masterpiece.

[@thegreenbird795]

the drummer had a great touch...

[@cintarocko5095]

Indeed

[@michelperez6498]

Le feeling et un toucher volatile, planant

[@mysticmuffin2198]

yeah, when i think about this song all i can hear is the perfect groove this drummer delivered, smooth, on point and just acts like it’s flowing in the air along with all the instruments, really on point.

[@martinportelance138]

One of the most under-rated drummers of all time. Rich and melodic, he had an intricate yet dramatic touch. One that comes close in this domain was Genesis' Phil Collins.

[@darrellminx5459]

If you are on this wavelength then you have this song for life. Been 52 years for me I believe.

[@cybolton302]

This song is a stand alone gem. Obviously, so too is the song that precedes it, "21st Century Schizoid Man". Listening to them back-to-back as they track on the album pretty much defines "mind-blowing." No drugs required.

[@bruhwhyareallofthesehandlestak]

Stand?

[@DinoDiniProductions]

The transition between 21st Century Schizoid Man and I talk to the wind is the single most beautiful transition between songs in existence.

[@nickmecca2024]

@@DinoDiniProductions Definitely the most distinctive! From darkness and chaos to peace and light

[@portcullis5622]

The whole of this album is wonderful (with the possible exception of the instrumental in Moonchild).

[@_Labyrinth_]

@@portcullis5622the dream section of moonchild accomplished what it set out to do, it feels almost exactly like the wacky brain noise you get from stirring in the night in some strange dream.

[@commandererwin763]

This is a landmark moment in copyrighting history Robert Fripp finally lets up on copyright issues

[@y2k.channel]

but only a little bit

[@mikepatrick5909]

I don't care..I've owned this album for ages...

[@superleekegshoondinovevo6998]

@skippy62able v He's gonna buy you if you ever talk down to him again

[@9Plaka]

I'm just glad the comments section is open. So nice to read everyone's stories and feelings.

[@dannyjames8883]

My good friend, rest his soul, and I would sneak into his older sisters room while she was away at college and listen to this song. It was 1973 and we were 11 years old. Thank you King Crimson for introducing me to Prog Rock all those years ago.

[@patriciabermejo986]

God bless KC and all the members of they band, since 1969 up to now. Great musicians!

[@narrowboatphotography2615]

Same age as me.... I heard it on radio caroline... And went got my own copy

[@michaelcollura3918]

Sweet Times!

[@corazondehojaldre9922]

[Verse 1] Said the straight man to the late man "Where have you been?" I've been here and I've been there And I've been in between [Chorus] I talk to the wind My words are all carried away I talk to the wind The wind does not hear, the wind cannot hear [Verse 2] I'm on the outside looking inside What do I see? Much confusion, disillusion All around me [Chorus] I talk to the wind My words are all carried away I talk to the wind The wind does not hear, the wind cannot hear [Verse 3] You don't possess me, don't impress me Just upset my mind Can't instruct me or conduct me Just use up my time [Chorus] I talk to the wind My words are all carried away I talk to the wind The wind does not hear, the wind cannot hear [Instrumental Interlude] [Chorus] I talk to the wind My words are all carried away I talk to the wind The wind does not hear, the wind cannot hear [Verse 1] Said the straight man to the late man "Where have you been?" I've been here and I've been there And I've been in between [Instrumental Outro]

[@ceciliaortiz2375]

Thank you!

[@judithsample1714]

PEACEFUL BEAUTIFUL 💜☮️

[@schmidy0677]

I drove some drunk friends Home yesterday it was late at night and They were pretty tired so i put on the court of the Crimson king. I obviously skipped 21st century its a tad bit too intense, but when this song came up everyone pointed out how relaxed They felt when it was playing like They could fall asleep at any moment. I like to think that there is some magic to these Notes. Such a masterpiece

[@jacobkim3690]

Moon child gonna really make them sleep

[@cintarocko5095]

Real music Great stuff 👌

[@mixaliskokkinos1496]

You are a good man!Greetings from Greece

[@Lunar_Atronach]

Should have played them indiscipline, trial by fire

[@allangmiller]

The guitar harmonics always get me - and of course the wonderful flute solo. RIP Mr McDonald .

[@terrykerstetter1974]

L0😢 1:31

[@jamesdavis3271]

The final flute solo is a masterpiece...and we all know it! rip, Ian..... yes......let that solo never end....

[@raitisfreimanis]

R.I.P. Ian McDonald 1946 - 2022 Thanks for the music!

[@albertwaltherr9929]

1969 a Beautiful year with my Princess 👸 ❤️ I wish I could be with her forever.

[@adammbowman]

Thank you, Daddy David for turning me on to this fine music...RIP.

[@blueoysterdvp]

Ian McDonald’s incredible flute with Greg Lake’s soft vocal. Great combo

[@swadhinshahporan7885]

Michael Giles is making the drums sing here, such feel man such feel.

[@samdeatton181]

Playing busy drum parts quietly is a real feat.

[@bofad6074]

one of the first quiet songs i heard that made me think " holy shit this drummer is nuts"

[@antonettegibbons7960]

I’m 64 and have loved Crimson since the beginning. So many good artists. 💕❤️🥰

[@stevenreid2571]

2:41 Holy cow what a drum fill.

[@amramjose]

Probably the most lyrical drumming I've ever heard.

[@samdeatton181]

@@amramjose Giles was great. Also check out B.J. Wilson of Procol Harum.

[@MongerOfStrings8222]

The groove after is equally amazing, almost bossa nova influenced

[@epicboxx3838]

King Crimson has a way of making you feel the full experience of whatever emotion they want to convey. Fear, grief, hopelessness, joy, nostalgia, they are masters of sound.

[@loucat2779]

Greg"s voice was always so reassuring and calm. Miss you, man.

[@WhIte0NErd]

I am a simple man. I see King Crimson, I click. I find out I Talk to the Wind is back I stayed.

[@andrewbarduson7920]

I was born in 1981, I can’t believe I haven’t listened to this until now.

[@amramjose]

This was recorded in 1968! I did not discover it until 1972, when I was in high school.

[@tomzanone2324]

Welcome!

[@andyeleven]

was born in 2006, and i feel the same way

[@maicoligliozzi8659]

I was born in 2001, we are in the same situation!

[@reapervich4192]

hey man! it's never late to discover new music!

[@JamesSeaberry]

One thing I think does not get enough attention is the SOUND of Michael Giles' drumming. I don't mean WHAT he plays, but the roundness and fullness of every tone he produces. I'm a guitarist, but I listen to the drummers, because everything besides the voice is just a drum with a different father. I like the drummers that get a sound like you are standing in a dense forest and this sound just swells up through the trees. Thats Michael Giles to me. Other drummers that I think get a fantastic sound are Michael Shrieve (Santana), Chico Hamilton, and Shelly Manne, two jazz drummers I have been lucky enough to be mesmerized by live.

[@jd-bl3gf]

Brilliant drumming on this very album. So delicate yet so complete

[@nedrat]

Glad you appreciate Michael Shrieve.

[@alexschuster1618]

Tony Williams is another. Modern day, Jeff Mann from Consider the Source is worth checking out. They've got the feeling and technique on lockdown. Top notch feel for dynamics and composition.

[@ferdinandoceccato5207]

Grazie, interessante

[@tomlehr861]

Jazz inspired, hes hitting off beats,filling the gaps

[@BokuNoRhythem]

You know, if I never watched JJBA, I wouldn't have found this excellent band and this piece of amazing music. Thank you Araki for showing me your great bands and music tastes.

[@SayDMC5]

I also discovered this master pieces for jjba, i love now KC music

[@pibbuls]

yeahhhhhhhh same

[@VHSYue]

Preach

[@v-town1980]

Don't know what jjba is, but yeah, this band is incredible. Check out the band ELP for further education.

[@waitingforwonderland6036]

Faxs

[@Brytons_Thoughts]

the most underrated track on the album imo

[@thecursedone6004]

KZbin, please, for god's sake, DON'T TAKE DOWN THIS VERSION I BEG YOU.

[@goat9629]

It's not yt, it's whoever owns king crimson s music

[@altairsp]

But this is King Crimson's own channel, I suppose

[@rods6405]

Download it b4 YT does FFs

[@dachoist]

An please dont turn off the comments.

[@Source_of_Sanctuary]

This is official, calm down

[@WarhawkBeyond2040]

One of the most peaceful and beautiful King Crimson songs ever written with great hypnotic flute playing RIP Greg Lake and Ian McDonald

[@genoesposito2895]

This might be the most beautiful song I've ever heard.

[@user-nz2jw3wb7i]

funk+chopin

[@lynby6231]

I think my favourite Greg Lake vocal has to be from‘Closer to believing’ sublime voice also with Peter Sinfield lyrics

[@PeoplesInstinctives]

The final minute of this track has been my ringtone for 1+ years and will remain so for the rest of my life. Greatest album of all time.

[@damaskboi]

lets hope fripp dosent come to copyright that

[@dariojuric4833]

Yo is that EL-P

[@irone9143]

Formasi Ian mcdonals

[@robertjoseph8008]

I was fortunate to experience a King Crimson concert at the Eastown Theater in Detroit in 1971. Their music soared & so did I. Timeless....

[@zezmerelda240]

omg! you saw them at the east town? you are a lucky dude! i did see ELP at the east town, but king crimson ruled! i am jealous, but happy for ya!

[@punkassparker]

This song has helped me through more than I like to admit. There was a time where I was going through so much mentally and nothing in the world felt relatable to me except for this song. I'd have felt completely alone without it.

[@punkassparker]

@@lynnhenson3042 Not sure exactly what you're trying to imply but sure! 👍

[@rael2099]

The song you will always be remembered for, Ian. Rest in Peace. Greg will sing with you again.

[@antonkucera6608]

This is gold Reminds me of times when life used to be calm and peaceful

[@HugoRHut]

Life was never peaceful, there was war when tis song was launched. But I do get your point, nostalgia is very powerful

[@jackcooper3307]

When was life ever calm and peaceful for anyone?😂😂

[@knightshousegames]

4:48 A friend of mine originally introduced me to this album when we were in high school. He always said this part of the song reminded him of Final Fantasy music for some reason, like it would play in a peaceful village, and I agreed with him. Years later I found out Nobuo Uematsu, the composer for the Final Fantasy series, is a huge King Crimson fan, and was heavily inspired by King Crimson and ELP, it all sorta made sense.

[@darrellminx5459]

Some of the Best drums in history. Do delicate. What a touch. On The whole album. Great lineup on this first album.

[@youexpectedanamebutitwasmedio]

Since no one ever commented here with a similar interpretation of the song how I do, I now leave my comment. I'm a 22 y/o woman with ADHD and this is a great way of showing how people like us live and breathe. I'm an inattentive type and I always space out into a whole new dimension of reality. I've noticed that I use a unique coping mechanism for myself. Since I also have trouble expressing my thoughts and emotions, venting to another person never helped me. They either misunderstood me, or don't understand me at all. I personally cope with things by venting to my thoughts. I let loose when I daydream and I feel comforted by it. (Mostly when I ride the bus or train, I love to escape into my very own dimension of reality) "I talk to the wind, my words are all carried away" is what expresses this the best I think. And when people would ask me how I always manage to keep a good mood, I think to myself "If they only knew" :') It's almost like the like Said the straight man to the late man "where have you been" "I've been here and I've been there and I've been in between" This "between" is my dimension of reality, my escape. Is there a person who by mere coincidence has a psychologist kinda title? I'm suspecting myself to be autistic since I catch myself having autistic tendencies. Does, what I said above, give you a clue? It would really help me if someone could answer this question.

[@woahthatscool2258]

I'm sorry to not answer your question in your last paragraph, but I'd like to say I use a similar coping mechanism (not diagnosed with adhd or autism but I'm also suspecting symptoms.) Idk I'm just happy to see someone else who uses that type of coping mechanism. Also very nice pfp and username (I have JoJo brainrot rn sorry)

[@ejammy1906]

Many artists live in that dimension, to one degree or another. May you discover your special talent and nurture it for the world to enjoy.

[@loucat2779]

Do you need someone to vent to? Not knowing you,and forgive me if I am out of line, but I can relate exactly. That's why I come home to this song for decades now(61yrs old ). I actually found someONE who gets me. She is my world. Just want you to know that there is someone out there who needs you and wants to love you. She knows when to back off if need be, and when to pull me in off the ledge. You have expressed yourself so perfectly, that in itself is loveable. Don't sweat the tendencies, that's all just subjective b.s. Just keep on living and breathing like the rest of us higher beings. Love from here!

[@youexpectedanamebutitwasmedio]

@@loucat2779 That's actually so sweet?? You've made my day better than it already was :') I did not expect such a heartwarming response to this comment. I really hope that I can find that someone, just like you did. I'm very happy that a person who has a similar way of thinking, has found their other half. I'm sincerely happy for you :) I'm still figuring out how my real identity is like without "adjusting myself according to the person or situation" so I kind of don't have a single clue what kind of person my someone would be like, or if I even _need_ a someone. Anyway, thanks again for that wholesome answer and I wish you a nice (whatever daytime it is at your place). Love from Germany 🫶🏼

[@loucat2779]

@@youexpectedanamebutitwasmedio I just saw a damsel in distress, and thought maybe a little ray of sunshine was in order. I never dreamed I would ever find someone, and it happened totally by chance. You seem like such a warm, intelligent, loving person, someone is waiting to be part of your life. You may even have to break a few hearts 💕 along the way! You be You, and keep looking ahead. Oh, and I do talk to the wind, and the birds, and the chubby squirrel out back. Love from Massachusetts.

[@rustybooker]

It is 1969 again. I am 14 years old.

[@matthewwillard2047]

You're 14 now or in 1969?

[@jerrywilliams1859]

I was 16

[@jamgil1254]

It is 2021 I am 13 and u love this and and this album

[@alanhaynes418]

1955!!! Me too.

[@fcarolina20]

The wind cannot hear🎶 heavenly track, how beautiful and emotional was Lake's voice - this just feels like a caress. He placed an everlasting mark in so many hearts!

[@bmac1205]

His voice was an instrument RIP Greg Lake

[@agtbruinsman7190]

Greg Lake is sorely missed by millions. The voice of Crimson

[@tomzanone2324]

So effortless.

[@delby66]

@@agtbruinsman7190 Don't forget ELP.

[@akcalbumreviews3719]

I like how this is legit the exact opposite of 21st Century Schizoid Man but still feels just as epic somehow

[@ludens5129]

Tripped to this album on acid once and it was one of the most unique experiences of my life. Much love.

[@kopicafe1]

Finally! One of the most beautiful songs in existence. Thank you for uploading this masterpiece, thank you for the album.

[@JIMBO136]

Having Read all the posts here about this masterpiece , I have got a sense of a great warmth, love to you All. RIP Ian ! You will be loved forever for this

[@Yakkymania]

even before ELP, Greg Lake was an amazingly talented musician and a beautiful singer.

[@lussypxssy5535]

This song takes me to a place that I can't explain, it empties my mind

[@seanthewise9402]

God damn perfection

[@mikepatrick5909]

pretty close

[@sisyphus645]

@@mikepatrick5909 close enough

[@Mxulin]

@@mikepatrick5909 what is perfection to you?

[@mikepatrick5909]

@@Mxulin Perfection is something that is never achieved it is only strived for...

[@Mxulin]

@@mikepatrick5909 true my dude

[@pinopinello318]

Incredibile! Sono passati 50 anni ed ancora ascoltare questo capolavoro mi commuove e fa venire la pelle d'oca.

[@giorgiorizzi2004]

Anche per me sono passati 10 lustri, e mi emoziono molto. Buon segno.

[@lucianafigini486]

Every time I listen to this wonderful Song I Remember my dear friend Paolo who died nearly 30 years ago. He liked staying with friends, laughing, having a beer together and listening to King Crimson...❤️

[@lucianafigini486]

@@nova............ ❤️❤️

[@user-dd3uw9ow4l]

It feels like the lyrics tell me about my life. I really feel it in my heart.

[@user-ec8rm1qh4k]

Brano leggendario, come lo è Michael Giles, batterista prog inarrivabile, i suoi fraseggi ritmici sono unici, e unico è il suo stile, il rullante usato in questo modo si amalgama alla perfezione con il brano. Molti hanno tentato di imitarlo ma senza avere nessuna possibilità di uguagliarlo, lui usava la batteria come un pianista usa il suo pianoforte, con un tocco altamente tecnico, soave, delizioso. Non ci sarà mai a mio parere un altro Giles!

[@zigzag2510]

😊 hai ragione, la delicatezza del tocco, in punta di bacchette e il gusto timbrico e coloristico sono inarrivabili ❤

[@citipol]

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[@dlanodrelda]

This album was so unique and original in 1969. The level of talent, individually and collectively, was breathtaking. Giles's drum sound was beautiful, Ian's talent on so many instruments was otherworldly and Greg's voice was the best.

[@donjose4656]

J'écoutais cet album quand j'avais vingt ans, maintenant j'en ai soixante douze ! Je l'écoute toujours sur la disque vinyl avec toujours autant de bonheur, ca me transporte quelque part...au delà des cieux... Un petit chef-d'oeuvre !

[@inandoutoftheabyss9953]

If aliens want to hear music that showcases what humans are capable of, I show them this

[@MichaelPaumgardhen]

Well said!

[@leighharris2080]

In case they think we were slackers they would be wrong

[@paveln7489]

But they cannot hear... :(

[@jacobkim3690]

@@paveln7489 said the straight man to the late man

[@salviadivinorum1762]

RIP Ian McDonald (best song ever)

[@davidromashko2243]

First album I bought with my own money.Still magical after all these years

[@francoisbellefeuille1393]

Robert Fripps' guitar is pure melody in its subtlety, just like the rest of this timeless masterpiece song.

[@johndollman2862]

This song always reminds me of a Hayao Miyazaki movie both lyrically and musically. It’s so peaceful and melancholic. The flute solo conjures so many lovely images with each listen.

[@billbrink9618]

Try Ishii Bashi. Cool music.

[@atulyabharadwaj2279]

Reminds me of lemongrab from adventure time

[@Houza666]

What a masterpiece! IMO Pink Floyd and King Crimson are the main 2 bands that pioneered/invented progressive rock.

[@SeamanGod]

Pink Floyd? Nahhhhhhh

[@djking1702]

I agree on King Crimson, but Pink Floyd, while influential and a massive voice in Prog rock, was nowhere near as influential as Yes or King Crimson on the genre

[@robertpeck6916]

Moody Blues!!

[@balmainrichard1335]

Geez why the hate for Pink Floyd?

[@AngelTorres89]

I agree, The Moody Blues! Just listen to "Days of Future Passed" and their next 6 albums, you'll never regret and don't trust me, read their reviews ;)

[@sydneyr138]

Sparked up a joint for this. Wasn’t disappointed

[@rods6405]

Good on You Im too old now for that sh_t

[@conjointoates]

man, i used to get stoned to this song in high school all the time. no other song can give you this level of peacefulness and bliss.

[@teamyordle23]

Now try listening to the entire album on acid. For me it was amazing. This and The Piper At The Gates of Dawn are so good.

[@Colin56ish]

You wouldn't be an orphan either.

[@mre7550]

Best song on the album.

[@Soft_Machine]

The best song off this album imo definitely a top 10 King Crimson song

[@maldogeria]

Every song in this album is perfect istg

[@markrothkopf5598]

This song is so beautiful and calming. It’s as close as I could get to an old time quaalude! Genius band

[@patgalvez4563]

Rorer had much better quality than Lemmon

[@fernandocalzadoacedo4695]

Estoy enganchao a esta cancion como lo estuve a la heroina.. Gracias !!

[@williammazzotta5595]

1973 in Queens my High School girlfriend turned me onto to this Album in her bedtoom and into that other dimension I went and had a true understanding of enjoying happiness.

[@mariateresa1355]

Bellissima canzone di grande atmosfera. Stupendi King Crimson!!! Sono passati tanti anni e io ascolto ancora con passione questa canzone.👍❤️❤️❤️

[@walterdemartino7377]

Mentre sto ascoltando questo pezzo di notte un gatto passeggia lentamente in equilibrio su un muretto. Che poesia può essere la vita.

[@eziobasso3563]

'73, second year at the high school ( gymnasium ) unforgettable song album group era...now i' m go fishing ( same sensations..), for sure i will listen It again...

[@joerectifier]

Gosh - this is music. I am so thankful I was born in 1963 and found this in 1973 - I am so thankful for this true, creative and unique music. There is no time associated with the greatness of this album.

[@biraag]

A favourite song of mine. I love this composition, lyrics and everything. I heard this after the winter when the leaves fall and i walked alone on a village road... This can really touch inside...

[@pauldavis6880]

She must've been very special. We had the greatest generation! 'Never before...and never again. 😌

[@3lullabies]

I still have my father's record...i have a picture of me and my mom and brother with the cover opened next to us...i was under 5 years old I think. I cherish that picture.

[@3lullabies]

@Snek wot?

[@caiosoares2834]

As i once said on the removed video for this song, this track is great for listening at night. It's so calm.

[@FlyoverStatePark]

I had one taken down for King Crimson. There's like one youtuber that they for some reason allow the music to stay up for.

[@PkmariO64]

This is a perfect follow up to 21st Century Schizoid Man. Going from what is arguably one of the first heavy metal songs, to this is a great contrast. I don’t understand why this song gets as much flack as it does.

[@cerneuffington2656]

I prefer this.

[@Kruegerisgod]

This gets flack? LOL

[@nicpayne8258]

GENO!!!

[@zackzallie8735]

@@Kruegerisgod They thought the rest of the album is gonna sound like 21st Century. LOL

[@Christian-97]

I thought Moonchild was the only thing on this album that got flack. This song is beautiful.

[@zaphbmail]

RIP Greg Lake, great and gently voice of my youth

[@prudnqlaina1088]

RIP to the great Ian McDonald. His contributions to this album are huge and he was definitely one of a kind! Rest easy, legend!

[@JohnCody-wi9wf]

One of my first introductions to Crimson. My older brother introduced me to this . Never stopped . Thank you

[@johnbeekman1396]

RIP Ian McD. You are forever brilliant.

[@jorgeandrade2168]

King Crimson, mi banda favorita, los he visto siete veces en vivo y muero por volverlos a ver, este disco redifinió lo que significa el rock progresivo, en otras palabras, este disco es el rock progresivo..!!!

[@omaumdom]

Jorge Andrade, Dado tu amor por King Crimson, te voy a dar un dato que quizás no sepas y que pocos saben y es que King Crimson , Pink Floyd y muchas otras bandas de rock progresivo basaban mucho su creatividad, inspiración , composición en el LSD. El cual en estos años todavía no estaba prohibido, concretamente esta canción "Le hablo al viento" si te fijas en la letra, habla de una experiencia con LSD.Espero haberte ayudado. Un saludo.

[@jorgeandrade2168]

@@omaumdom siempre se aprende algo. Saludos!

[@zulayalonzo4866]

@@omaumdom 🤩👍

[@zulayalonzo4866]

No me canso de oírla tiene algo mágico que te envuelve y te lleva a transportar a muchos lugares siempre será mi canción favorita

[@marcosvillagra5275]

​@@omaumdom pink Floyd no es taaaan progresivo, no diría de progresivo

[@HendraSumatera]

R.I.P. Ian McDonald... Thank you for the music!!! We love you...

[@erickjason9092]

This album is so beautiful.