Assault & Battery Part1
Hawkwind · Other Songs - Hawkwind
We may make our lives sublime
And departing leave behind us
Footprints in the sands of time
Of hewn stones the sacred circle
Where the wizard sages sat
Let us try to remember
All the times where they were at
So your thoughts, they were expecting
Assault and battery on the human anatomy,
Assault and battery on the human anatomy, man
Lives of great men all remind us
We may make our lives sublime
And departing leave behind us
Footprints in the sands of time
So your thoughts, they were expecting
Assault and battery on the human anatomy,
Assault and battery on the human anatomy, man
Lives of great men all remind us
We may make our lives sublime
And departing leave behind us
Footprints in the sands of time
Of hewn stones the sacred circle
Where the wizard sages sat
Let us try to remember
All the times where they were at
So your thoughts, they were expecting
Assault and battery on the human anatomy,
Assault and battery on the human anatomy, man
Assault & Battery Part1
Hawkwind's 'Assault & Battery Part1' stands as a quintessential example of the band's pioneering space rock and psychedelic prog sound. Released during a period of intense creative output, the track exemplifies the group's signature approach, blending cosmic themes with aggressive, driving rhythms. The song features the band's characteristic use of feedback, extended instrumental solos, and a relentless energy that defined their mid-1970s era. As a standalone recording, it captures the raw, untamed spirit of Hawkwind's live performances, showcasing their ability to fuse science fiction imagery with heavy, fuzz-toned guitars. The piece remains a significant song in their discography, illustrating their influence on the progressive rock genre and their enduring legacy as one of the most innovative acts of the 1970s.