Pink Floyd / Breathe (In The Air)
Artist: Pink Floyd
Title: Breathe (In the Air)
Release Information:
• Release Date: 1973
• Genres: Progressive Rock, Psychedelic Rock
• Original Songwriters: Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Richard Wright
• Recording Location: Abbey Road Studios, London, England
Track Details:
• Key: E minor
• Tempo: Approximately 60 BPM
• Duration: 2:49
• Bar Count: Approximately 64 bars
Song Structure and Bar Count:
1. Intro: 8 bars
2. Verse 1: 16 bars
3. Chorus: 8 bars
4. Verse 2: 16 bars
5. Chorus: 8 bars
6. Outro: 8 bars
Customizable Instruments (7):
• Drum Kit
• Bass Guitar
• Acoustic Guitar
• Electric Guitar
• Pedal Steel Guitar
• Keyboards
• Lead Vocals
Samples Used:
• None (Original composition)
Similar Song by Another Artist:
• Artist: The Moody Blues
• Title: Nights in White Satin
Wikipedia Summary:
“Breathe (In the Air)” is the second track on Pink Floyd’s 1973 album “The Dark Side of the Moon.” The song sets the tone for the album with its mellow, atmospheric sound and introspective lyrics. It features a distinctive slide guitar by David Gilmour and explores themes of life’s fleeting nature and the importance of living in the moment.
Lyrics Snippet:
“Breathe, breathe in the air / Don’t be afraid to care…”