Free Four

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"Free Four" is a song by the English rock band Pink Floyd, written by Roger Waters and released on the band's 1972 album Obscured by Clouds.<ref name="fXSLG" /><ref name="cmOUW" />

Recording and lyricsEdit

The song begins with a rock and roll count-in, but in this case Pink Floyd decided to play with words and record, "One, Two, Free Four!" The song deals with reflection of one's life, the "evils" of the record industry, and also makes a reference to Roger Waters' father who was killed in World War 2.<ref name="toby165" /> The music begins in an upbeat manner, while the lyrics tell a very cynical and somewhat depressing story. "Free Four" was released as a single in the U.S. in 1972 but did not chart. The song charted at number 29 in the Netherlands and 35 in Wallonia (Belgium).

Cashbox reviewed the single saying "Would you believe a happy song about death?"<ref>Template:Cite news</ref> Record World said that it "is not only musically excellent but also accessible and commercial enough to hit as a single."<ref name=rw>Template:Cite magazine</ref>

Track listingEdit

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PersonnelEdit

David Gilmour – acoustic and electric guitars, handclapping
Nick Mason – drums, tambourine, handclapping
Roger Waters – double-tracked lead vocals, backing vocals, bass
Richard Wright – EMS VCS 3

ReferencesEdit

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External linksEdit

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