PARASITE (1971) by Nick Drake - in widescreen slideshow
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- Parasite is one of my favourite Nick Drake songs, featuring just voice and acoustic guitar. It's from 'Pink Moon', his third and final album.
Nick has since been much appreciated as a unique fingerpicking acoustic guitar player, often using many different and unusual tunings. The tuning in Parasite is CGCFCE with the capo at the third fret. Chris Healey's site has all Drake's work tabbed, for those wishing to explore further.
According to Wikipedia, Drake worked on Pink Moon over two nights in October 1971 with only himself and engineer John Wood present. The bleak songs of Pink Moon are short, and the eleven-track album lasts only 28 minutes, a length described by Wood as "just about right. You really wouldn't want it to be any longer." Drake plays solo on Pink Moon, unlike his previous albums which had support musicians such as Richard Thompson on guitar. "He was very determined to make this very stark, bare record", Wood later recalled. "He definitely wanted it to be him more than anything. And I think, in some ways, Pink Moon is probably more like Nick is than the other two records".
I have put together a slideshow video for this song. Comments are invited - เพลง
Another of Drake's brilliant compositions; his originality as a songwriter overcome by the hell of his depression. His brief life and artistic contributions leave most of us completely silent.
I think of Nick Drake as a Vincent Van Gogh.
I remember putting pink moon on to fall asleep to so many fucked up lonely nights, this album is pure raw Drake uncut. The emotion in this record is phenomenal along with Drakes flawless finger picking. Listen to this album, enjoy.
A sweet, kind & very devotional Gemini. His talent rose far higher than anyone knew, it isn’t surprising he wasn’t long for this world. Bless his passing & give praise & thanks to the body of work he gave us as covenant..
Beautiful. That's all there is to say.
Jeesus I love Nick Drake. I just began listening to him within the last year. "3 Hours" became an instant favorite and if i put on the album "5 Leaves Left" i can get wrapped in a cocoon right away -feels like being drunk.
He was and be forever a great singer, with his genuine feelings... expressing them in a beautiful and pure way with his melodies and sensitive voice.
Just another kiss on the bust of Nick Drake:Thank you for your wonerderful misic.
One of the most harrowing of all the darkest Nick Drake songs. Incredible.
It's unbelievable how the initial chord progression is exactly like Radiohead's Subterranean Homesick Alien. I can't possibly imagine that Thom Yorke, fellow Englishman does not know who Nick Drake was. It makes me appreciate Nick Drake even more. Even Horn sounds like it influenced Hunting Bears on the Amnesiac album.
+Peter Jefferson great job making it all about Radiohead, as their fans are wont to...
punkpoetry... but... but... isn't ALL about Radiohead? it is, right?🙁😟😓
Radiohead sucks compared to Nick.
Radiohead and Nick Drake are both untouchable
I was about to make the same observation....Radiohead should've given Nick (or his estate) writing credits for Subterranean Homesick Alien.
This whole album breaks my fucking heart every time I listen to it.
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Lifting the mask from a local clown, feeling down like him
Seeing the light in a station bar and traveling far in sin
Sailing downstairs to the northern line, watching the shine of his shoes
Hearing the trials of the people there, who's to care if they lose?
Take a look, you may see me on the ground
For I am the parasite of this town
Dancing a jig in a church with chimes, a sign of the times today
Hearing no bell from a steeple tall, people all in dismay
Falling so far on a silver spoon, making the moon for fun
Changing a robe for a size too small, people all get hung
Take a look, you might see me coming through
For I am the parasite who travels two-by-two
I'm lifting the mask from a local clown, feeling down like him
And I'm seeing the light in a station bar and traveling far in sin
And I'm sailing downstairs to the northern line, watching the shine of his shoes
And hearing the trials of the people there, who's to care if they lose?
Take a look, you might see me on the ground
For I am the parasite of this town
Take a look, you may see me in the dirt
For I am the parasite who hangs from your skirt
Thank you. The person who takes the time to post the lyrics is always the hero of the thread in my book.
Best wishes.
tan dulce, tan hermoso, tan triste,
suena increíble....
no me canso de escucharlo y pensar en sus letras, que dicen tanto...
Astonishing in all respects.
I love this song...Every time I listen to it, I fall in love..🖤
I just discovered Nick today...and find out he was another victim of the disease of depression. What a poet and thank-you for posting the background of this song and Chris Healy's site. So sad. I know what I am going to be doing for the next couple of hours...
Nice, yeah I remember when I first discovered Nick Drake as well. You might want to also check out Elliott Smith. He was also a brilliant song writer and From a Basement on the Hill is an amazing lyrical masterpiece that has helped me with my depression. Songs like "King's Crossing," "Last Hour," and "Memory Lane" are amazing.
Kurt Autumn Oh dear, and Elliott Smith is dead too...so very, very sad...
Funny I was just being my depressed sorta self on a musical journey and found this post and here people discussing feelings (go figure)
Just thought I would try to drop a supportive line in and say rest assured you are not alone William or anyone else for that matter.
I can relate a million percent to not being able to talk to anyone like the doctor. Ohh I tried meekly back a few years ago and of course whatever embarassement I felt or ego or whatever caused me to underplay it and I got sent off with some mild anti depressant that didnt really do much. Since then I have been absolutely lying to the doctor when i get the "so how are you doing?' question. In fact my attitude and thoughts when I am depressed I dont want to share half the time because they are just so freaking depressing that I feel guilty even saying them. In fact I just erased the next paragraph because I read it and didnt want anyone here to be submitted to it etc..
Arrgghhh Ohh well thank god I have my guitar and music I swear some times its the only thing
im so sorry ..i do understand ..i hope you are feeling in better spirits ,,,hugs
I was diagnosed manic depressive 40 years ago and I find the Samaritans brilliant. You don’t need an appointment and you don’t don’t need to see anyone. I hope this helps.
Love how you choose great songs and bring them to life with your videos! Another classic video slideshow.
Amazing!
Una de mis canciones favoritas de Nick.. Hermosa..💜
Thank you from making this video... It was really beautiful. A fitting tribute to Nick and a beautiful song. Thanks...
This and "Things Behind The Sun' are the best standout tracks of 'Pink Moon'.
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Grandissima canzone ascoltata nella pioggia di Calvanico anni 80 evaporati nella memoria
Utterly magnificent!!
Uno de mis temas favoritos de Nick...
Nick came back with the PinkMoon song for VW.I kept thinking this is soo familiar.I ordered the CD, and when I saw the cover, I instantly remembered we HAD the vinyl in '73-'74. He was on the playlist, in our hash heavy PinkFloyd laden apt.
great video,thanks for sharing
finest!
"If by now, you are aware of animals in captivity & their behavior in such an environment, you would have noticed them walking up - & down in repetition. Some even bang their heads against the walls. This is called Psychosis. Without Drugs or Alcohol. Reality has destroyed them. Make no mistake; we exhibit the same symptoms. The only difference is the stretch of path to our offices, factories, & shops, & the fact that we bury our heads in sand." - Robert A W Porter
a haunting communique from the shadows,,,,
One of my favourite ND ditties. Self-deprecating, as ever. Clinical overview of MO.
Well, I stand like a fool. I thought you had a say in what was put in front of us. Apologies! And thank you for taking the time to get this great music up!!
Couldn't agree more.
Stephen, I make and put up the videos because I love the music and wish to promote the artist.. I make nothing from ads. TH-cam makes the money. Unfortunately, imposition of ads by them is unlikely to change.
Con estilo y sello propio.
R. I. P NICKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK
Jerry Sanders: "And one other thing - you can not be too nice as far as I am concerned. Anyone who thinks you are too nice just isn't nice enough. Just imagine what the world would be like if everyone were too nice if that was possible. If everyone always tried to be kind to one another and apologized and made up for wrongdoings when they/we inevitably do something hurtful accidentally or in a moment of anger or pain, if we were all willing to help others who are having difficulties in their lives, we could have a wonderful world and I think I would be very happy in that world provided we also treat other animal species with kindness and respect and switch to a vegan diet."
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There's no such thing as "being too nice". There's always more good to be done and people can always be better. Being dumb is a completely different thing, but many people tend to confuse these ideas. You are never dumb by being nice. That's my opinion, based on what a good friend of mine told me.
I like your comments, you are a very intelligent person.
Not only that but Jose Gonzalez also owes him a musical debt or two.
@thebigfatbabies
I used Windows Movie Maker with an add on from Rehan which allowed extra zoom and pan options.
@willsall88 yes..i do...but i love that song as well...
@sellout87
Cant' remember where that photo came from. But like several of the images in the video, it is not specifically of Nick Drake, but hopefully fits into the visual narrative.
Hearing the trials of the people there
Who's to care if they lose?
@willsall88 I never would have thought of that but yeah, now that you mention it......
@jimatanga Woooah, there, Jimmy! Simmer down!
@wilsonmcphert sure does!! I didn't think it was a Nick Drake one but I found it very striking all the same. Was just wonderin where you got it, would like to see others like it.
Imagine ...in a different universe. Nick replaceing Syd Barret in The Pink Floyd and making Dave jealous of the guitarpaly. I wish I were in that universe :)
@sirlennon87 there is plenty of great "music" out today.They are below the mainstream just like he was.Yourself and those like you would do well to stop complaining and search out great artists.Trust me,they are out there
beautiful, what program did you use for the slide show?
@willsall88 its that beautiful little chromatic, decent of the guitar that links the two for me.
I listened to them both after reading your post, great pair.. connected or not : ) nicely spotted!
@willsall88 yes it is - and what about the start for inspiring that of no surprises too!
Yeah I agree with you. "Parasite" is essentially a one chord structured song that goes from D#7 to D#6 to D# add b13, and then D#. Kind of hard to accuse Radiohead of taking this song when the progression has been around for a long time and if anything their song is homeage to Nick Drake. Kind of like how Neil Young's "Blue Ambulance" is homeage to Bert Jansch's "Needle of Death."
which radiohead song?
These are songs you can keep coming back to, and get something more each time. If it's hard to understand why music this rewarding fell on deaf ears at the time, this might help - here's what he was up against in the pop charts at the time.
th-cam.com/video/9oYrOtdlPsc/w-d-xo.html
Here in Australia, there is an ad for the band, the Vaccines, for this clip although these can change. I take it where you are there are political ads? If so I agree with you. I dislike ads, particularly where they spoil good songs. I just wish they were less intrusive.
@pesll uh Nick Drake!
1972
+Margeir Ólafsson it was recorded in '71, released in '72 :) info in description correct.
what must the guy have thought about himself, to write such a song
@Lizardking270 I play my playlist while I'm drawing. Someone else suggested opening rainymood . com. You could also make videos with whatever images are soothing to you - I don't mind the pictures and appreciate the effort that went into them, especially after making my own first video. They're definitely a labor of love, IME
@willsall88 strikingly similar yeah...
Truly a tortured soul. Fuck
Anyone know what that photo is at 2:16?
It's a homenage and a reference. They did not "take" this song...
Lifting the mask from a local clown
Feeling down like him
the last thing I want to hear before i listen to a great nick drake song is to have these LIARS pander to me why they are better than the other. WTF??
seriously, this is Nick Drake. Trying to make money off of these songs with these stupid ads is perverse (and I'm a salesman!)
2:05 JIM MORRISON xD
@willsall88 Radiohead is, like a lot of other modern rock atists, inspired by Drake. Try listening to (Nice Dream) .. the intro is almost identical.
@willsall88 Both are good though
@greenapplepuppyranch isn't it obvious? he just look like Jim in thar pic
Isn't this 1975
Babies (humans) in as of themselves are parasitic. Considering the nine month gestation period, the feeding, and changing of the diapers/nappies everyone pretty much starts out life as a parasite. Sorry this mucisian was ahead of his time and took his alienation too much to heart. Some people are not so much into making money as others.
Excellent comment.
What on earth are you talking about, you psychopath?
Could have happened they were both from Cambridge.They must have known each other,its a small City.How ever I cant see Dave being jealous off any other guitarist.He is Dave Gilmour FFS
@willsall88
Radiohead is good at pawning stuff :/
Thumbs up if you think Radiohead took this song and made it 'Subterranean Homesick Alien'
It`s a crying shame!
I thought he showed a lot of promise!
Such a waste of good talent!
Nick Drake is God, NOT CLAPTON.