Pigs On The Wing (Part I)
Pink Floyd · Animals [1977]
And I didn't care for you,
We would zig zag our way through the boredom and pain
Occasionally glancing up through the rain.
Wondering which of the buggars to blame
And watching for pigs on the wing.
Pigs On The Wing (Part I)
Pigs On The Wing (Part I) serves as a gentle, acoustic prelude to Pink Floyd's Animals, offering a stark contrast to the album's heavier, politically charged themes. Written by Roger Waters, the track functions as an intimate introduction before the full weight of the concept album descends. Its simple arrangement highlights the band's ability to shift from grand sonic landscapes to quiet, personal moments. As the opening statement of the record, it sets a tender tone that frames the subsequent critique of society found throughout the rest of the discography. The song remains a cherished example of the group's capacity for subtlety during their progressive rock era, standing as a brief but significant moment of warmth within a darker musical narrative.