Growing Old
King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson
And i know just how you're going to be
Well, if we live, we gotta grow old baby
And i know just how you're going to be
Well, your feet are already a little chilly baby
And you're gettin' a little cold to me
Well, you're gonna have a sweet and silly temper, baby
Baby, and you're not gonna speak to me for days at a time
Oh, i know you're gonna have a sweet and silly temper, baby
Baby, and you won't speak to me for days at a time
Oh baby, i know you're gettin' old
And your little temper b. won't really mind
Oh, we'll be sittin' close together baby
And our minds are really in tune
Oh, we'll be sittin' close together baby
And our minds are really in tune
Well, we'll start makin' love together, baby
Thinkin' about how we used to when we was really in bloom
Oh, i know you're gonna live like a king and queen
Baby you won't mind a word i say
I know you're gonna live like a king and queen
Baby you won't mind a word i say
Yeah, we're gonna live and get old together, baby
Yeah, 'till we old and grey
Growing Old - King Crimson
King Crimson's "Growing Old" stands as a poignant exploration of mortality and the passage of time, characteristic of the band's progressive rock sensibilities. The track exemplifies the group's ability to blend complex instrumental arrangements with introspective themes, often found in their discography from the late 1960s through the 1970s. As a solo effort or part of a larger suite, the song reflects the band's commitment to pushing musical boundaries while addressing universal human experiences. Its enduring appeal lies in its atmospheric depth and the interplay between melody and rhythm, cementing its place within the canon of classic rock recordings that prioritize emotional resonance over conventional song structures.