Hey You
Pink Floyd · A Foot In The Door: The Best Of Pink Floyd [2011]
Getting lonely, getting old, can you feel me?
Hey you, standing in the aisles
With itchy feet and fading smiles, can you feel me?
Hey you, don't help them to bury the light
Don't give in, without a fight
Hey you, out there on your own
Sitting naked by the phone
Would you touch me?
Hey you, with your ear against the wall
Waiting for someone to call out, would you touch me?
Hey you, would you help me to carry the stone?
Open your heart, I'm comin' home
But it was only fantasy
The wall was too high as you can see
No matter how he tried he could not break free
And the worms ate into his brain
Hey you, out there on the road
Always doing what you're told, can ya help me?
Hey you, out there beyond the wall
Breaking bottles in the hall, can ya help me?
Hey you, don't tell me there's no hope at all
Together we stand, divided we fall
Hey You
Released on the 2011 compilation A Foot In The Door: The Best Of Pink Floyd, "Hey You" stands as a definitive track from the band's progressive rock era. The song features the iconic opening guitar riff that has become synonymous with the group's sound, setting a contemplative and atmospheric tone. It was originally recorded for the 1973 album Meddle, marking a pivotal moment in Pink Floyd's evolution toward more experimental and psychedelic compositions. The track explores themes of memory and the passage of time, utilizing the band's signature layered vocals and expansive soundscapes. As a staple of their discography, "Hey You" remains a powerful example of the studio artistry that defined Pink Floyd's contribution to rock music, bridging the gap between their earlier psychedelic roots and the epic narratives of their later works.