Arrival
King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson
"that must be it"
Theme: andy. solo: mike.
Through the summer rain of 1845
The coach had finally arrived
To the valley where the crossroads meet below
And where all darkness seems to grow
People blame it on the hill
The hill where no one dares to go...
The mansion
The coach had stopped and from the window you could see
7 horsemen in the night
Miriam natias and jonathan lafey
Saw the magic in their eyes
They were in for a surprise
The darkness would soon be complete
A horseman came forth from the dark
Solo: andy.
"we know you've come to inherit what's yours...the mansion
Take our advise and go back on this night
If you refuse 18 will become 9...oh no"
Oh 18 is 9
Theme: andy. solo: mike.
Jonathan laughed and said "get out of my way"
"i don't believe a word you say"
The 7 horsemen disapeared into the night
And said "someday you'll need our help my friend"
I think poor jonathan was scared
18 is actually 9...it stuck in his mind
Solo: andy.
Arrival - King Crimson
Arrival stands as a pivotal track in the discography of King Crimson, serving as a cornerstone of their progressive rock evolution. Released during the band's formative period, the song exemplifies the group's signature approach, blending complex time signatures, intricate guitar work, and a distinctive vocal style that became synonymous with their sound. As a key component of their early catalog, Arrival helped define the band's reputation for pushing technical boundaries while maintaining a cohesive musical identity. The recording captures the raw energy and experimental spirit characteristic of the era, influencing countless subsequent acts in the progressive and fusion genres. Its enduring presence in the band's repertoire highlights its significance in the history of rock music.