Neal & Jack & Me
King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson
I am a 1952 Studebaker coupe
I'm wheels, I am moving wheels, moving wheels
I am a 1952 starlite coupe
En route, les Souterrains
Des visions du Cody, Sartori a Paris
Strange spaghetti in this solemn city
There's a postcard we're all seen before
Past wild-haired teens in dark clothing
With hands-full of autographed napkins we
Eat apples in vans with sandwiches
Rush into the lobby life of hurry up and wait
Hurry up and wait for all the odd-shaped keys
Which lead to new soap and envelopes
Hotel room homesickness on a fresh blue bed
And the longest-ever phone call home, no
Sleep, no sleep, no sleep, no sleep and no mad
Video machine to eat time, a city scene
I can't explain, the Seine alone at 4am
The Seine alone at 4a, Neal and Jack and me
Absent lovers, absent lovers
Neal & Jack & Me
Neal & Jack & Me stands as a pivotal recording in the discography of King Crimson, capturing the band's evolution during the mid-1970s. Released following the departure of original guitarist Michael Giles and the subsequent formation of the band's classic lineup featuring Robert Fripp, Greg Lake, and Bill Bruford, the track exemplifies the group's shift toward a more polished, progressive rock sound. The composition features the intricate interplay and melodic sensibilities that defined the era, showcasing the collaborative chemistry between the members. As a staple of their catalogue, the song reflects the band's commitment to complex harmonies and rhythmic precision, cementing their legacy in the history of progressive music.