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Coming Back to Life

Duration 6:19

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The song Coming Back to Life by Pink Floyd stands out for its emotive narrative and enveloping sound, which make it a unique piece within the album The Division Bell, released in 1994. It is interesting to note that this song is the only one on the album that is attributed exclusively to David Gilmour, who composed it inspired by his wife, Polly Samson. The lyrics reflect themes of connection and communication, elements that resonate throughout the entire album, which was the last to contain completely new material and the last in which the keyboardist Richard Wright participated.

The recording of Coming Back to Life took place in 1993, and its duration is 6:19. Throughout its history, the song has remained a pillar in Gilmour's live performances, being played in several tours, from the Division Bell Tour in 1994 to the Rattle That Lock Tour in 2015-2016. Additionally, it has been included in live albums such as Pulse and Live in Gdansk. The production was handled by Bob Ezrin and David Gilmour, which gives it a distinctive mark in terms of sound quality and arrangements. This song not only highlights Gilmour's compositional skill but also Pink Floyd's ability to create deep and moving atmospheres that invite reflection.

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The Division Bell

The Division Bell

Pink Floyd · 1994 · Track 8

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Duration6:19
AlbumThe Division Bell
Year1994
ISRCGBN9X1100019