Because You're Mine

King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson

Because you're mine

The brightest star i see

Looks down, my love, and envies me

Because you're mine, because you're mine



Because you're mine

The breeze that hurries by

Becomes a melody and why?

Because you're mine, because you're mine



I only know for as long as i may live

I'll only live for the kiss that you alone may give me



And when we kiss

That isn't thunder, dear

It's only my poor heart you hear and its applause

Because you're mine



instrumental interlude



I only know for as long as i may live

I'll only live for the kiss that you alone may give me



And when we kiss

That isn't thunder, dear

It's only my poor heart you hear and its applause

Because you're mine

Because You're Mine

King Crimson's 'Because You're Mine' stands as a defining track within the band's progressive rock catalog, showcasing the group's signature blend of complex time signatures and atmospheric textures. Recorded during the mid-1970s, the song exemplifies the era's shift toward more melodic and accessible compositions while maintaining the ensemble's intricate instrumental interplay. The piece features the distinctive vocal style of Robert Fripp and the layered guitar work characteristic of the band's sound, creating a moody and introspective listening experience. As a staple of their discography, the recording captures the transitional period where King Crimson balanced experimentalism with broader appeal, cementing its place in the history of progressive rock. It remains a representative work of the group's ability to weave narrative-driven melodies with sophisticated harmonic structures.