A personal favourite from the Syd Barrett's Pink Floyd. My intention here was not to record a 'copy' of the original but to record a version that captures the feel, energy and general vibe of 1967 I'd like to dedicate this to Vanessa. and to Syd.
pop
rock
retro
psychedelia
guitar
Story behind the song
I've always liked the slightly 'Surf Rock' guitar riff that drives this song along. I've used the original song as a 'template' and have added my own psychedelic flourishes to enhance the spirit and 'vibe' of that magic year...1967
Lyrics
Lucifer Sam (Syd Barrett) 1967
guitar into:
Lucifer Sam, Siam cat.
Always sitting by your side,
always by your side.
That cat's something I can't explain...
guitar interlude:
Jennifer Gentle, you're a witch.
You're the left side,
He's the right side,
Oh, no.
That cat's something I can't explain...
guitar interlude:
Lucifer Sam, go to sea.
Be a hip cat, be a ship's cat,
somewhere, anywhere.
That cat's something I can't explain...
guitar interlude and freaky sounds...
At night prowling sifting sand.
Padding around on the ground
He'll be found when you're around.
That cat's something I can't explain...
outro and sound effects