Take It Back
Pink Floyd · The Division Bell [1994]
I listen to her breathing it sounds like the waves on the sea
I was thinking all about her, burning with rage and desire
We were spinning into darkness; the earth was on fire
She could take it back, she might take it back some day
So I spy on her, I lie to her, I make promises I cannot keep
Then I hear her laughter rising, rising from the deep
And I make her prove her love to me, I take all that I can take
And I push her to the limit to see if she will break
She might take it back, she could take it back some day
Now I have seen the warnings, screaming from all sides
It's easy to ignore them, God knows I've tried
All of this temptation, it turned my faith to lies
Until I couldn't see the danger or hear the rising tide
She can take it back, she will take it back some day
She can take it back, she will take it back some day
She will take it back, she will take it back some day
She will take it back, she will take it back some day
Take It Back
Take It Back stands as a defining track on Pink Floyd's 1994 album The Division Bell, marking a significant shift in the band's sonic landscape during the mid-1990s. Featuring prominent vocals from David Gilmour, the song explores themes of reconciliation and the desire to restore lost connections, reflecting the introspective mood that permeates the record. Musically, the composition blends the band's signature atmospheric textures with a driving rhythmic foundation, showcasing the tight interplay between Gilmour and bassist Guy Pratt. As part of a celebrated era of progressive rock, the recording highlights the group's ability to craft expansive soundscapes that balance emotional depth with sonic grandeur. The track remains a staple in their live performances, underscoring its enduring resonance within their extensive catalogue of influential works.