Dinner For One Please, James
King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson
The madame will not be dining.
Yes, you may bring the wine in,
Love plays such funny games.
Dinner for one please, james,
Close madame's room, we've parted.
Please, don't look so downhearted,
Love plays such funny games.
Seems my best friend told her of another,
I had no chance to deny.
You know there has never been another,
Someday she'll find out the lie.
Maybe she's not to blame,
Leave me with silent hours.
No, don't move her favorite flowers,
Dinner for one please, james.
~interlude~
Maybe she's not to blame,
Leave me with silent hours.
No, don't move her favorite flowers,
Dinner for one please, james.
Dinner For One Please, James
King Crimson's "Dinner For One Please, James" stands as a quintessential example of the band's progressive rock evolution, characterized by its intricate time signatures and complex interplay between guitar, bass, and drums. The track exemplifies the group's signature sound, blending jazz-influenced improvisation with a driving, rhythmic foundation that defines their mid-1970s output. While often associated with the broader discography of the era, the song showcases Peter Gabriel's early contributions to the band's atmospheric textures and melodic structures. It remains a significant piece in the catalog of King Crimson, reflecting the group's commitment to musical innovation and their ability to create dense, layered compositions that challenge conventional rock structures.