We Walk

R.E.M. · Murmur

Up the stair to the landing, up the stairs into the hall.
Take oasis, Marat's bathing.
We walk through the wood we walk.

Up the stairs to the landing, up the stairs into the hall.
Take oasis, Marat's bathing.
We walk through the woods we walk.
Take oasis, take oasis, take oasis, take oasis.

Up the stair to the landing, up the stairs into the hall.
Take oasis, Marat's bathing.
We walk through the world we walk.

Up the stairs to the landing, up the stairs into the hall.
Take oasis, Marat's bathing.

Up the stairs to the landing, up the stairs into the hall.
Take oasis, Marat's bathing.

Up the stairs to the landing, up the stairs into the hall.
Into the hall, into the hall, up, up, up...

We Walk

We Walk stands as a defining track from R.E.M.'s debut album, Murmur, capturing the band's early mastery of atmospheric alternative rock. Released during a period of critical acclaim, the song showcases the group's signature blend of cryptic lyrics and intricate instrumentation. The recording features Peter Buck's distinctive jangly guitar work, which intertwines with Mike Mills' bass lines and Michael Stipe's enigmatic vocal delivery to create a textured soundscape. As part of an album that helped establish the band's reputation for introspective songwriting, We Walk exemplifies their ability to balance melodic accessibility with artistic depth. The track remains a staple of their discography, reflecting the creative energy that propelled R.E.M. from regional obscurity to international prominence.