Two Hands
King Crimson · Beat [1982]
Oh they're touching
They're touching each other
They're feeling
They push and move
And love each other, love each other
They fit together like two hands...
I am a face
in the painting on the wall
I pose and shudder
And watch from the foot of the bed
Sometimes I think I can
Feel everything...
The wind is blowing
My hair in their direction
The wind is bending my hair
There are no windows in the painting
No open windows, no open windows, no...
They're touching each other
They're feeling
They push and move
And love each other, love each other
They fit together like two hands...
I am a face
in the painting on the wall
I pose and shudder
And watch from the foot of the bed
Sometimes I think I can
Feel everything...
The wind is blowing
My hair in their direction
The wind is bending my hair
There are no windows in the painting
No open windows, no open windows, no...
Two Hands - King Crimson
Released on the 1982 album Beat, "Two Hands" stands as a pivotal track in King Crimson's progressive rock evolution. The song exemplifies the band's signature approach, blending complex jazz-influenced harmonies with intricate guitar work and driving rhythms. As part of the Beat era, the recording reflects a shift toward a more accessible yet technically demanding sound, maintaining the group's commitment to musical innovation. The composition showcases the collaborative spirit of the ensemble, featuring interlocking parts that define their catalogue. It remains a significant piece in the history of progressive rock, capturing the energy and sophistication of early 1980s British rock music.