Recording and lyrics
The song begins with a rock and roll count-in, but in this case Pink Floyd decided to play with words and record, "One, Two, Free Four!" The song deals with reflection of one's life, the "evils" of the record industry, and also makes a reference to Roger Waters' father who was killed in World War 2. The music begins in an upbeat manner, while the lyrics tell a very cynical and somewhat depressing story. "Free Four" was released as a single in the U.S. in 1972 but did not chart. the song charted at number 29 in Netherlands and 35 in Wallonia (Belgium) '' Cashbox'' reviewed the single saying "Would you believe a happy song about death?" '' Record World'' said that it "is not only musically excellent but also accessible and commercial enough to hit as a single."Track listing
Personnel
* David Gilmour – acoustic and electric guitars, handclapping * Nick Mason – drums, tambourine, handclapping * Roger Waters – double-tracked lead vocals, backing vocals, bass * Richard Wright –References
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