Armstrong, Aldrin And Collins
The Byrds · Complete Album Collection [2011]
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We have ignition 3 2 1
We have lift off
Armstrong, Aldrin and Collins
Were launched away in space
Millions of hearts were lifted
Proud of the human race
Space control at Houston
Radio command
The team below that gave the go
They had God's helping hand
Armstrong, Aldrin And Collins
The Byrds' 1967 single "Armstrong, Aldrin And Collins" stands as a pivotal moment in the band's transition from folk-rock to psychedelic pop. Recorded during their peak influence on the counterculture, the track blends the group's signature jangly Rickenbacker guitars with the swirling, space-age sound that defined the era. The song's lyrics reference the historic Apollo 11 moon landing, capturing the collective awe and excitement of the public as humanity achieved a major milestone. Produced with the band's characteristic studio experimentation, the recording features layered vocals and a driving rhythm section that propelled the Byrds toward their most innovative work. It remains a defining track in the history of American rock music, embodying the optimism and sonic exploration of the late 1960s.