Bye Bye Missy
King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson
Down the stairs and out of the house
Once outside i felt my mind begin to
Fight a battle for control
With the tea pot broken i kind of
Realized
That "their" power was less here,
Here on the outside
I fell to my knees in haziness
And i looked in through the window
To the cellar
Things were moving down there,
"they" were searching for something
And "they" really found it,
The big axe was flying
Flying out through the cellar door
Up the stairs to the kitchen...
Then i passed out
The next thing i remember seeing was
The smoke coming from the chimney
I soon realized the smoke i saw was
Actually... oh no!
All there was left of missy and her
Dress, poor little girl
The spell was broken, i really felt the
Change
As my mind and body became one
Again
The moon was alive with its silvery
Eye
Staring right into my evil heart
I went back to see if my grandma'
Was still there
Waiting for me in the attic... oh i hate
That bitch
Bye Bye Missy
King Crimson's 'Bye Bye Missy' stands as a defining track from the band's progressive rock era, showcasing the group's signature blend of complex time signatures and melodic intensity. Recorded during the late 1960s, the song exemplifies the musical direction established by guitarist Michael Giles and bassist John Alder, featuring the distinctive interplay between the guitar and bass that became a hallmark of the band's sound. The recording captures the raw energy and improvisational spirit characteristic of King Crimson's live performances, reflecting the influence of jazz fusion and the British rock scene of the time. As a staple of their discography, the track remains a testament to the band's ability to craft intricate compositions that challenge conventional structures while maintaining a compelling rhythmic drive.

