Extended version... nice effects
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6sQvSkKBWY
The lyrics include references to English singer-songwriter Nick Drake, who suffered from depression and insomnia throughout his life and often reflected those topics in his lyrics. Gilbert Gabriel, a member of The Dream Academy and co-writer of the song, has also said that the inspiration for the tune came from his experience at Dartington College of Arts. Nick Drake died of an antidepressant overdose in 1974 at the age of 26, but his music has influenced songwriters and guitarists well after his death. He was best known for sombre pieces composed on his favourite instrument, the guitar, and The Dream Academy intended the song as a tribute to Drake.
The song, which took a year to record, also includes elements of classical music, an "African-esque" chant (which was later sampled by dance duo Dario G for their track Sunchyme), and hints of psychedelia. It is in the key of E major with a main chord pattern of E-Amaj7-E and a vocal range from B3 to E5.
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Original video...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5uxQElYu68
I wonder what kind of a music video would have created for Nick...if vids were produced of Nick and his music in his day. Wow. A real video of Nick, now that would be something.
Some footage of Nick walking around a Northern town, sitting by a river, playing his guitar, singing...we can dream.
