I Talk To The Wind

King Crimson's 'I Talk To The Wind' is a poignant track from their debut album 'In the Court of the Crimson King,' released in 1969. The song is a meditative piece that reflects a sense of alienation and the search for understanding in a confusing world. The lyrics convey a conversation between a 'straight man' and a 'late man,' which can be interpreted as a dialogue between two aspects of oneself or between the individual and society. The 'straight man' could represent conventional thinking or the status quo, while the 'late man' might symbolize the part of us that is searching, questioning, and perhaps not aligned with societal norms.

The chorus, 'I talk to the wind,' suggests a feeling of futility and the experience of not being heard. The wind, a natural and indifferent force, cannot hear or carry the speaker's words to anyone who might understand. This metaphor could represent the artist's or an individual's attempt to communicate their innermost thoughts and feelings, only to find that they are lost in the void, unheard by the world around them. The repeated lines emphasize the persistence of this attempt despite the lack of response, highlighting a sense of isolation and the desire for connection.

The verses also touch on themes of autonomy and resistance to control. The lines 'You don't possess me / Don't impress me / Just upset my mind' speak to a rejection of external influence and a struggle to maintain one's sense of self in the face of societal pressures. The song's gentle, flowing melody, combined with its introspective lyrics, creates a dreamlike atmosphere that invites listeners to ponder their own relationship with the world and the ways in which they seek to be understood.