But despite the instant success, Brooker wasn’t about to get carried away by pop stardom. Cosa aspetti? You will receive a verification email shortly. =death illness Procol Harum- Name of group is a mystery for those of us NOT IN THE KNOW we are the non elite =Insult “procol” is from the word “proclamation” and Harum =Slaves “To Proclaim ownership of the slaves by the minter.” The third verse has been heard in live performances by Procol Harum… TOTPWatch: Procol Harum performed A Whiter Shade Of Pale on Top Of The Pops on five occasions; 25 May 1967. 1 in several countries when released in 1967. If you spend too much time trying to figure out Procol Harum’s “A Whiter Shade Of Pale,” you might miss out on its majestically-rendered sorrow. I was immediately taken with the immense length of the original four verses with a chorus on each, and the narrative form it took, with its mysterious characters and goings-on.”, Brooker had been working on melody inspired by classical composer Johann Sebastian Bach, saying: “Throughout 1966 I had followed with interest the work of the Jacques Loussier Trio and the Swingle Singers, who had made an art of adapting Bach pieces. In June 1967, Procol Harum went to number 1 on the UK singles chart with a song that over 40 years later would be named the most-played record of the past 70 years (with more than 900 known recorded versions by other artists). I believe the line although my eyes were open I might just as well’ve been blind, means he didn’t figure out that she had been one of the Vestal virgins. Although Reid says it has nothing to do with it is very difficult to believe in that. Watch official video, print or download text in PDF. Turned a whiter shade of pale She said, "I'm here on a shore leave," Though we were miles at sea. if ( localStorage.getItem(skinItemId ) ) { The label is A&M.The record is M-. } catch(e) {}, by What I got from it is that one of the 16 Vestal virgins decided to have a little fun before she had to lead a life keeping Vestas fires going and having to stay a virgin. The long and protracted tale behind UK prog legends Procol Harum's 1967 number one smash hit A Whiter Shade Of Pale. “The miller’s tale” is the second tale of the book “The Canterbury Tales”,’ written by Chaucer. Procol Harum's debut album is amazingly engaging, considering that it was rushed out to capitalize on the hit title track. But when you consider some of the concoctions that sounded ridiculous on paper and yet turned out to be pure magic when recorded, it’s clear that hit songs are produced by a combination of talent, inspiration, luck, and some sort of pixie dust that floats around recording studios but only alights on certain musicians at certain times, like it did for Procol Harum when they recorded “A Whiter Shade Of Pale.”. A Whiter Shade of Pale Think about that color, what does it mean? Louder is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. In recent times, the song has been the subject of a protracted court case, with organist Matthew Fisher claiming he co-wrote the music with Brooker. But the band's Jewish history is less widely-known. November 5, 2019, 11:00 am 9 Comments, The familiar adage, oft-repeated by musicians who have had hits and those who long for one, says that if anyone knew what exactly constituted a hit single, that formula could be repeated every time. Complete your Procol Harum collection. My postage is inexpensive. It reflects an era that, perhaps, they wish they could have experienced.”. A Whiter Shade of Pale Brooker / Fisher / Reid. This record we thought would be a hit [A Whiter Shade of Pale AWSOP] was more than that. A Vestal virgin is buried alive if they have sex. Released in May 1967, it debuted at Number 11 in the UK, reaching the top a week later. Leggi la traduzione e guarda il video della canzone di A Whiter Shade Of Pale, tratta dall'album Greatest Hits: Procol Harum di Procol Harum. The general consensus is that “A Whiter Shade Of Pale” is a snapshot of a drunken sexual escapade gone awry. "A Whiter Shade of Pale" is the debut single by the British rock band Procol Harum, released 12 May 1967. A Whiter Shade of Pale: Procol Harum [Formated to fit on one page lead sheet - just double column the last part]] [INTRO] / C Em Am C / F Am Dm F / G G7 Em G7 / … Sorry about that. The hit reached number one in the UK Singles Chart on June 8th, 1967 and remained there for six whole weeks! I was trying to conjure a mood as much as tell a straightforward, girl-leaves-boy story. Enter the American Songwriter Lyric Contest! 8 June 1967. It was the first single released by a relatively unknown British band, it was driven by a classical organ part derived from Bach, and it featured some of the most inscrutable lyrics of the era. With the ceiling flying away and room humming harder, I wanted to paint an image of a scene.”, The general consensus is that “A Whiter Shade Of Pale” is a snapshot of a drunken sexual escapade gone awry. Nothing on earth is the ghostly color of a corpse. _g1 = document.getElementById('g1-logo-mobile-inverted-img'); This is a 45 rpm record by PROCOL HARUM called A WHITER SHADE OF PALE / CONQUISTADOR. With Procol Harum it was a bit of a mess for a few weeks, bit of a shock. This is what I got from listening to the song. “It’s like a jigsaw where you’ve got one piece, then you make up all the others to fit in. My intepretation is that it's about a man who lost his woman who died because of drugs. } catch(e) {}, try { Addeddate 2020-11-04 16:13:49 Identifier procol-harum-a-whiter-shade-of-pale-06.-cerdes-outside Scanner Internet Archive HTML5 Uploader 1.6.4 Keith Reid, who served as the band’s chief lyricist, wrote the words that have confounded generations of fans who still can’t help but singing along. “The miller told his tale” "And so it was that later as the miller told his tale that her face, at first just ghostly, turned a whiter shade of pale. Procol Harum – A Whiter Shade Of Pale Spring September 29, 2013 Procol Harum – A Whiter Shade Of Pale 2013-09-29T12:04:39+02:00 Prevedene pesme 2 … BA1 1UA. try { That fame was achieved not in the least by the release of a contemporary version of Johann Sebastian Bach's Air from the Suite for Orchestra No. My interpretation was that she overdosed and became a whiter shade of pale-dead. It’s a single with almost incomprehensible lyrics, has been the subject of drawn-out legal proceedings, and is the most played record by British broadcasting over the past 70 years or so. } Ever seen a corpse in a coffin? they took it casually together but the woman got carried away. Only members can comment. And so it was that later As the miller told his tale Procol Harum’s singer Gary Brooker was responsible for writing the music, although Fisher’s organ part was so prominent that he also eventually received a songwriting credit after a protracted court battle. The British progressive rock band Procol Harum was most popular in the late 60’s, especially when the band released its hit song ““A Whiter Shade of Pale” on May 12th, 1967. What can be said about A Whiter Shade Of Pale? “A Whiter Shade Of Pale” is believed to be a poetic journey through a drunken seduction, which is described by way of references to sex as a form … “When it was at Number One, a Rolls Royce appeared at my flat to pick me up for Top Of The Pops. Formed in the 1960s, progressive rock band Procol Harum are best known for their multimillion-selling single "A Whiter Shade of Pale" which is the most played record by a British artist of the last 70 years.Procol Harum's extraordinary career now spans almost 50 years. I understand that when John Lennon heard it he played it constantly and he was just as captivated as the rest of the rock world by the Bach inspired song. The bands original name was The Paramounts. But, the song still gets air play today and possibly will for many generations to come. Also in the studio that week were; Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick & Titch, Dusty Springfield and The Tremeloes. Even when you can’t quite understand their meaning, Reid, who was clearly influenced by Dylan’s surreal story songs from the mid-60’s, writes lines that leave a lasting impact, right from the immortal opener: “We skipped the light fandango.”. Without much promotion, it reached number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. I pointed out this detail And forced her to agree, Saying, "You must be the mermaid Who took King Neptune for a ride. Original lyrics of A Whiter Shade Of Pale song by Procol Harum. She says there is no reason and the truth is plain to see. Obviously the track was available in the height of the swinging sixties. No matter whether you buy one or twenty the postage is still the same $3.50 TOTAL (in the U.S.) But what is it about A Whiter Shade Of Pale that has made it so enduring and iconic? The line should read although my eyes were open they might just as well’ve been closed. Bath 2 tracks (7:06). Become a member. The single reached number 1 in the UK Singles Chart on 8 June 1967 and stayed there for six weeks. _g1.setAttribute('srcset', _g1.getAttribute('data-srcset')); "A Whiter Shade of Pale" was the debut single by the British rock band Procol Harum. This album is essential for just 3 tracks, A Whiter Shade Of Pale, Conquistador & Homburg. "And she smiled at me so sweetly That my anger straightway died. 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Greg Lake's I Believe In Father Christmas is prog's favourite Xmas song ever. Already a member? “I had the phrase ‘a whiter shade of pale,’ that was the start, and I knew it was a song,” he said. Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, "A Whiter Shade Of Pale" was originally released as a single with "Lime Street Blues" on the B-side. Discover releases, reviews, credits, songs, and more about Procol Harum - A Whiter Shade Of Pale at Discogs. _g1.classList.remove('lazyload'); “Keith Reid [Procol Harum lyricist] had written the lyrics and posted them to me,” recalls pianist/singer Gary Brooker. _g1 = document.getElementById('g1-logo-inverted-img'); “Keith Reid [Procol Harum lyricist] had written the lyrics and posted them to me,” recalls pianist/singer Gary Brooker. There was a problem. Please deactivate your ad blocker in order to see our subscription offer, White Willow's Jacob Holm-Lupo teams up with Prog writer for new concept work, Wardruna celebrate the Winter Solstice by sharing epic new single Andvevarljod, Prognosis unveil new line-up with video for brand new single Dark Waters, Gandalf's Fist release new festive single Witchwood. I asked who had booked it, the driver said, ‘Your manager.’ We sacked him and I took the bus!”. With its Bach-derived instrumental melody, soulful vocals, and unusual lyrics – by the song's co-authors Gary Brooker, Keith Reid and Matthew Fisher – "A Whiter Shade of Pale" reached No. var _g1; _g1.classList.remove('lazyload'); “Now, younger people hear it and it still sounds full of atmosphere. “It came along at just the right moment, and meant so much to so many people at a formative time,” considers Brooker. YOU KNOW THE MEANING OF LIFE THING AND THE MOURNFUL MELANCHOLYNESS OF LIFE…THINKING OF BACK WHEN THEY WERE YOUNG AND USED TO SKIP THE LIGHT FANDANGO….YOU KNOW…DANCE PARTY…AND HAD A…LIFE…OH…AND CHASE THE BABES…I WAS 11 YEARS OLD WHEN THAT SONG CAME OUT ITS STILL ONE OF MY FAVORITES…I NOW KNOW HOW THOSE FOLKS FELT…EVEN BACK THEN…. The baroque roquers of Procol Harum (Richmond, London) became world famous after the delivery of a few superb symphonic pop prototypes. Wut ever we all get out of it we all can agree to , roll one up and burn it down, and TURN IT UP,!!! Woops. There is a fine mix of an instrumental melody, soulful vocals, and lyrics that are also quite unique. Listen free to Procol Harum – A Whiter Shade of Pale (A Whiter Shade of Pale, Lime Street Blues). Don’t let it bother you. He overheard someone at the party saying to a woman, "You've turned a whiter shade of pale," and the phrase stuck in his mind. _g1.setAttribute('srcset', _g1.getAttribute('data-srcset')); Wayne from Salem, Va In Latin "Procol Harum" means Far From These Things or Something More Than This. I always thought that meant that he (they) got drunk. Just crank up the volume everytime I hear opening organ chords. The original lyrics had four verses, of which only two are heard on the original recording. England and Wales company registration number 2008885. 3 (BWV 1068) in D major, given the more vivid title A Whiter Shade of Pale by the band. Yet the moment that Matthew Fisher’s Hammond organ pierces the air, “A Whiter Shade Of Pale” is utterly mesmerizing. _g1 = document.getElementById('g1-logo-mobile-inverted-source'); Here are the subtext of the lyrics: 1. Yet the song defies a specific interpretation, instead conjuring various shades of melancholy which are embellished by the mournful music and Brooker’s pained delivery. _g1 = document.getElementById('g1-logo-inverted-source'); Formed in the 1960s, progressive rock band Procol Harum are best known for their multimillion-selling single "A Whiter Shade of Pale" which is the most played record by a British artist of the last 70 years.Procol Harum's extraordinary career now spans almost 50 years. Air On A G String was the starting point but the rest was invention, with constant reference to Bach-like breaks and atmosphere.”. © Sign up below to get the latest from Prog, plus exclusive special offers, direct to your inbox! Therefore the Millers tale was something that she was afraid someone might figure out who she was. This tale has something similar to the music. Are you a songwriter? Procol Harum – A Whiter Shade Of Pale. Attempts to wrangle these lyrics into linear coherence are thwarted at every turn, in part by red herrings (Reid claimed that the line “As the miller told his tale” has nothing to do with Chaucer) and by the demands of pop radio (Two extra verses were excised to keep the running time low.) (1998), The Symphonic Music (1995), + many compilations including Secrets of the Hive (2007), One Eye to the Future, The Best of – Then and Now (2010) Picture sleeve: many. Please refresh the page and try again. Album: Procol Harum … plus! Non hai capito le parole? The single is A Whiter Shade Of Pale, the debut release from Procol Harum that not only topped the UK charts for six weeks, but also made it to Number Five in America. Don’t interpret. I thought a Miller was a black moth with a powdery white edge-like coke. Log In. One more clarification, vestal virgins had a 30 year contract so it wasn’t a lifetime. Find more of Procol Harum lyrics. Thank you for signing up to Prog. HEY CHRIS…THATS PART OF WHAT I THOUGHT…TOO…YOU KNOW LIKE THE OLD GUY THAT WAS A MILLER…AND HE WOULD SIT AROUND OR THEY WOULD…THE REGULARS…SITTING AROUND THEIR FAVORITE…PUB…AND HE WOULD TELL WAR STORIES…AND LIKE YOU SAID GOT DRUNK…AND PONDERED THE MYSTERIES OF THE UNIVERSE…AND…GOT…OLD… var _g1; After all, who could have possibly predicted the success of “A Whiter Shade Of Pale,” which went to #1 in the UK in 1967, #5 in the US, and has outlasted so many other flower-power and psychedelic-flavored tracks from that era to be one of the most enduring songs of the 60’s? Entra e … if ( localStorage.getItem(skinItemId ) ) { The single is A Whiter Shade Of Pale, the debut release from Procol Harum that not only topped the UK charts for six weeks, but also made it to Number Five in America. In an interview with Uncut magazine, Reid shed a little light on the song’s origin and meaning. I’m wondering if maybe she was pregnant and it was plain to see she was. A MISSING verse has been discovered to the celebrated Sixties song 'A Whiter Shade of Pale' which explains its meaning, according to the music writer who tracked it down. _g1.setAttribute('src', _g1.getAttribute('data-src') ); Alan Freeman was the host. It went to far and she lost her virginity. All rights reserved. Can anyone explain the words from the song 'A Whiter Shade Of Pale' by Procol Harum? “I’d been working on a musical idea, which until then had been purely instrumental, when I opened the post and A Whiter Shade Of Pale was on the top of other lyrics. Death is when you are a whiter shade of pale. "A Whiter Shade of Pale", surprisingly declared by the BBC to be the most played song in public places in the past 75 years, has also famously been the subject of a bitter feud between … Explore 15 meanings and explanations or write yours. Comment and share your favourite lyrics. 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