Down Hearted
King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson
Ever since the day we met
Baby i've been down hearted
Ever since the day we met
Our love is nothing but the blues
Baby, how blue can you get?
My love burned like a fire
Your love burned like a cigarette
Yes my love burned like a fire
Your love burned like a cigarette
Yes i've seen you put it down and crush it
Baby, how blue can you get?
Oh you're evil when i'm with you, baby
And you're jealous when we're apart
Yes you're evil when i'm with you, baby
And you're jealous when we're apart
How blue can you get baby
The answer's right here in my heart
I gave you a brand new ford
But you said: i want a cadillac
I bought you a ten dollar dinner
And you said: thanks for the snack
I let you live in my pent house
You said it just a shack
I gave seven children
And now you wanna give them back
I said i've been down hearted baby
Ever since the day we met
Our love is nothing but the blues
Tell me how blue can you get?
Down Hearted - King Crimson
King Crimson's "Down Hearted" stands as a defining track within the band's progressive rock canon, exemplifying the group's signature fusion of complex time signatures, intricate guitar work, and atmospheric textures. Released during a pivotal era for the ensemble, the song showcases the collaborative spirit of the lineup, blending jazz-influenced improvisation with the driving energy characteristic of their mid-1970s output. The recording captures the band's ability to deconstruct and reconstruct musical forms, creating a soundscape that challenged conventional rock structures while maintaining a cohesive emotional core. As a staple of their discography, the track remains a testament to King Crimson's enduring influence on progressive music, offering listeners a glimpse into their unique approach to composition and performance that continues to resonate with fans and critics alike.