I remember hearing this song the first time. I was lying on the grass during summer, listening to music. It was summer vacation, school was done and soon I started to study. Means changing the living place, new neighborhood, some old friends far away. And as the song progressed I was sinking into memories of the past. It was one of the first most transcendental music moments for me.
I remember hearing this song the first time too. "gosh, floyd's sound again" was the thought that came to my mind first. but still, it's one of my most beloved PT tunes ever. and i don't recall seeing the video for extended verstion. was it on yt before?
This song cured my depression back in 2015. I was really in a deep deep, bad state. After listening to this song 200+ times, I realized that time...just flies. And the depression lifted off. Much better than any kind of medication, this song.
there is no song capable of cure something like depression. If a song can cure the depression, or any kind of medical issue, ALL THE FUCKING MEDICAL SYSTEM USES IT!
@@felipealfonsorojasaraya1727, in my case, one song (not this one) was a factor of getting to the end of depression (I'd like to believe I'm done with it, I'm certainly much more productive and have positive emotions). And I was clinically depressed, it wasn't "just sadness". Of course, music or art in general is not a miracle cue. Personally, I think that most of healing is inner work (and therapy, and other things). But art can facilitate it and trigger an idea. Put a seed to grow or to act as a water to the already growing sprout.
@@3DashaI think you have the right idea. A song won't cure depression, it can't fix chemical imbalances or years of trauma - whatever the catalyst may have been. But music and art in general can absolutely change a life. As you said, it can plant an idea or push someone in a particular direction. So I don't doubt that this person really had depression, I just think this song set them on the path towards real self-improvement (therapy, self-care, medication, etc.)
@@JA-sk1ixmy mother lived in her home for 53 years. Just put her in a nursing home 3 weeks ago. In two days the house will be cleared of everything. I'm in my 40s and I can still remember the 80's and 90's growing up there like it was yesterday. I found this song 4 weeks ago... All I can say is take pictures/videos and make memories for the kids. They'll want them when they get older and go through this - for it will be their Heaven...alas, nothing lasts forever, not even childhood Heavens.
I remember hearing this song and loving the line "the best thing that you can do is take whatever comes to you" and I've tried to live by it. 11 years later and life is pretty different from how it was in 2009, have a family now the business i just started back then is now pretty successful. life is good and i couldn't be happier.
I was born in '67 The year of Sgt. Pepper And Are You Experienced Into a suburban heaven Yeah, it should've been forever It all seems to make so much sense But after a while You realize time flies And the best thing that you can do Is take whatever comes to you 'Cause time flies She said "Luck is what you make it You just reach out and take it Now let's dance a while" She said "nothing ever happens If you don't make it happen And if you can't laugh and smile" But after a while You realize time flies And the best thing that you can do Is take whatever comes to you 'Cause time flies And laughing in the summer showers That's still the way I see you now How does time break down? With no marker, things slow down A conference of the strange And your family is deranged I could tell you what I'm thinking While we sit here drinking But I'm not sure where to start You see there's something wrong here I'm sorry if I'm not clear Can you stop smoking your cigar But after a while You realize time flies And the best thing that you can do Is take whatever comes to you 'Cause time flies
This song's been criticised as a clone of "Dogs" by Pink Floyd, but I seem to remember Steven Wilson saying that this was exactly the point, it was a specific aim that it be a "hats off to Pink Floyd" track. So much of the rest of the output of PT over the years has shown that, even though Pink Floyd were an early influence of SW, the PT project eventually went far beyond anything that PF ever did in terms of signatures and chord changes, all that stuff. And I'm a lifelong Floyd fan (with the exception of much of The Wall and the rather depressingly bad Final Cut that is). And of course, there's also a nod to "Sheep" in here too towards the end.
@@davidremoli6267 Excellent song, but to speak of "riff" is an exageration. He strums in a similar fashion. As to improving on it, I find that a stretch. SW is standing on the shoulders of giants. It's a mistake to think he's taller. He's both studied and remastered the classics for rerelease so I would say he's both a devotee and a masterful student who dabbles in genres and styles from the golden age. Some of it is fabulous and some of it is a bit tepid. One thing is certain as the true artist he is he would never dare compare himself to the masters who inspire him 40 or 50 years on.
Agreed, an undoubted and much underrated genius! His compositions are emotionally powerful and so diverse. The PT back catalogue and his solo albums are immaculate prog.
This was the first PT song I ever heard, and I heard it by accident. Later that same day I Googled the band and found the video of live version of "Arriving Somewhere But Not Here" on RU-vid. My life has not been the same since.
Richard Barbieri just might be my favorite keyboard player of all time. He perfectly serves the song rather than going full 'Keith Emerson' on it. That Barbieri and Edwin support is legendary.
I saw Porcupine Tree live in London last week. While I thought they were excellent, Closure/Continuation definitely misses his slick understatement to some extent, but at least Balbieri is still with them (thank goodness!).
Tsssss this song got me through hard times, depression, solitude, In a place that I wasn't familiar with. And yet listening to this beautiful piece always brought me peace! Thanks for so much wonderful moments!!
Thank you for sharing ❤️ So much of what they've done helped me to feel when I felt nothing, and music (which is my absolute life) wasn't bringing me anything but boredom and frustration at being bored with it. Their music helped me to cry when the tears wouldn't come.
I grew up listening to Pink Floyd and loved their music from Piper and all thru the 70's ( Animals ). I was lucky to see them live a few times starting in 1970, and along with a handful of other excellent artists, I never lost that love for those all important recordings... even five decades later. That being said, Porcupine Tree, and this song in particular, has also worked its way into my soul. When listening to any song that can make you stop what you're doing and make the hair on your neck stand up, you instinctively know that you've found a rare work of art. Thank you Steven Wilson for your music as well as the incredible visuals added to this and other classic tracks. Your talent and artistic vision, at least for me has definitely left its mark!
If you read his book "Limited Edition of One", you'll see what he has to say about this song and it's relation to Pink Floyd. I always thought it was his ode to them, but he actually confirms it in the book. Love him (them)! So lucky to have found his music at this time in my life. I thought all my favourite old musicians (Pink Floyd, Genesis, Bowie, Queen, etc.) would always be the only music I would ever relate to ever again. Discovering his brilliant music has opened up so much joy for me. Can't wait for the new PT album and the ensuing concert. I will be in my happy place again 😁
@@lynnkeegan8487 You took the words right out of my mouth. I never thought I would ever feel a teenager’s enthusiasm for a band again… until I discovered (quite by accident) Porcupine Tree. And now I have just seen them live last Friday!
@@sichelgaito Was that the concert in Berlin? I saw them in Montreal on the 2nd night of their North American tour. I was blown away - still haven't come down yet. The album is amazing too! Now I am waiting for Wilson's next solo album (with his 2nd A-team: Nick Beggs and Adam Holzman). Also, highly anticipating the new Riverside album. If you haven't heard these guys, YOU MUST! I saw them live in April and will never miss another show of theirs again! Another really good band is Air Bag (out of The Netherlands). They used to be a Pink Floyd cover band and you can hear the Gilmouresque riffs in the lead guitar and keyboards. But their songs are really fine - love them! Enjoy - music is still alive and well but you have to search for it sometimes. 🤗
@@lynnkeegan8487 Yes, Berlin. At the Max Schmelling Halle. As much as I like (nay, love) PT, I have to say that the acoustics of the place were not ideal. But I got to see them live! (If you haven't heard it, may I recommend Steven Wilson's podcast 'The Album Years'? He is not only a stellar composer and musician, but a real pleasure as music conoisseur.)
In 2012, after almost eating a lead sandwich and taking a permanent dirt nap, I changed up my life. Ran a half marathon, and the last ten minutes of the race, I had Time Flies on my playlist. It was a triumph moment
That's heavy! I'm pretty sure I speak for everyone when I say that I'm glad you're still here. It's great you found healthy inspiration with Porcupine Tree helping you across the finish line. Depression can be so brutal but I read a study which found that over 90% of people whose suicide attempts were unsuccessful actually went on to live long lives that only came to an end with natural causes. I think it speaks to the transient nature of emotions because things change and so can we, especially when we stop running from the pain & hiding from fears. This is our life and it's worth giving our best.
I'm glad you're here. I'm proud of you. And congrats on the half marathon! I can definitely concur that running helped to reverse my depression and change the course of my life. Right around 2012 for me, as well. Hope you're doing well.
@@chancellor05 For me it was lifting. I started lifting weights during a very tough time, would even cry through workouts on many occasions, i did this for 4 months, 5 days a week. It has rewired my brain to such a degree that i stopped lifting 5 years ago and my anxiety is still gone.
PT has some of the most beautiful and thought provoking lyrics. Time flies is the epitome of this in my opinion, so many great one and two liners which work even better when theyre all put together.
Have you heard of Greta Van Fleet? I think they're prog rock, they're very cute, and I love some of their music. Was blabbering about that group all day at work. LOL
@@atlantic_love No, but I'll check them out. Here's one of my tunes for you: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-76OxSEgWN9c.html. It is not prog but I'm sure there is something in it that might remind you of prog :). I love all genres and have been influenced by dozens of artists from 1963 until the present. Take care and rock on!
I am for one am very much into prog rock but wasn't before getting into adolescence, I tried metal, I tried rock, I tried techno and so many other genres, until I stumbled on prog rock and knew it was my jam
Every once in a while I try listening to Porcupine Tree on headphones while I'm working but it never works out. I always stop doing one of them...and it isn't listening to Porcupine Tree. Amazing how this song pings my soul.
Super Sound. Habe sie 2006 zum ersten Mal gehört und sie immer wieder gerne gehört. Seit fast 50 Jahre höre ich Musik und habe mich mit der Musik beschäftigt und bin begeistert von diesem Sound
This album was released during my final year of college, mere months before I would graduate, move away, and my life would be changed forever. This album, and "Time Flies" specifically, takes me back to a precise time in my life where I didn't know what I truly had but also knew exactly what I was about to lose; it evokes emotions of bittersweet wistfulness thinking and being excited about an unknown future while looking fondly on the present and past I was about to leave, all the while not truly being able to appreciate either. The fact that it was PT's final album, a band that I had loved since junior high, just adds to the feeling of finality and the "change of seasons" of life. Very few pieces of music are able to instantly evoke a specific emotion and also transport me to a specific time and place in my life, but this song does both. Long live Porcupine Tree.
i am in aww of Mr. Wilson ... have been for many moons . my bucket list dream record would be Mr Robert Fripp and this very much underrated guitar slinger Mr Steven Wilson ... .. wish in one hand i guess they say
I always find it a bit silly that music like this has thousands of views, as opposed to millions...PT is always on a different level than most music you'll listen to nowadays, a true pleasure that they're reuniting
I used to think the same as a kid that why do people not listen to this but now I know, it just isn't for everyone. Most people want easy listening forgettable music that they can play in the background for fun. While the introverts who Don even like sharing their feelings depend on music like this.
best way it to place their videos on facebook for people to listen to good music. that is what i did. before it was me and no one else in porto that could relate that music with me, then after introducing to them, i have now a group that is crazy for steven wilson and porcupine tree
@@warpeeed guardate ragazzi che esce il disco nuovo e l'anno prossimo saranno a Milano...io sono di Roma ma credo proprio che andrò se gli impegni me lo permetteranno
@@lostinthefaq I Porcupine Tree hanno praticamente cominciato la loro carriera in Italia nei primi anni 90. A Roma erano "esplosi" al punto da fare ogni anno piu date dei loro concerti. Coma Divine è stato registrato Live a Roma. È stato un legame durato quasi per 2 decenni con l' Italia. Ma "quella" magia di "quei" Porcupine Tree è finita con The incident.
"But after a while You realize time flies And the best thing that you can do Is take whatever comes to you 'Cause time flies." Power lies in simplicity and Wilson's power is unmatched for. He is so powerful here.❤
For me, 3:50 to 8:15 is a middle section that is worthy of the best prog rock bands in the world (accepted there is a massive nod to Floyd in its style). So much atmosphere and tension. Utterly and spellbindingly beautiful.
It’s hard to imagine I’ve lived this many years without discovering Porcupine tree. It has become a sort of therapy all of a sudden. The songs make you think about difficult things
Agree..I'm 6 decades plus and consider myself a music aficionado of sorts.. especially progressive rock/jazz..just discovered pt a year ago and totally enjoying the discovery.
After a while, those difficult things aren't so bad. No one cares what i think, but i think age and experience and patience can make those "difficult" things easy. Also, attitude should probably be the first thing to work on. Pessimism only breeds negativity.
I was surprised to learn that that guitar sound in the middle is (apparently) a direct homage to "Time" from DSOTM, which Wilson grew up with. My first thought was that it wouldn't be out of place on The Wall
The passage of time has only made this song (and video) more poignant, revealing the undeniable truth it conveys. I've never seen this full version, only truncated, lower quality versions. The film is as exquisite as the song! Thanks so much for posting it!
El tiempo vuela Nací en el 67 El año del sargento Pepper ¿Y tienes experiencia? En un suburbio del cielo Sí, debería haber sido para siempre Todo parece tener mucho sentido Pero después de un tiempo Te das cuenta de que el tiempo vuela Y lo mejor que puedes hacer Es tomar lo que venga a ti Porque el tiempo vuela Ella dijo que la suerte es todo lo que haces Sólo tienes que llegar y tomarlo Ahora bailemos un rato Dijo que nunca pasaba nada Si no haces que suceda Y si no puedes reírte entonces sonríe Pero después de un tiempo Te das cuenta de que el tiempo vuela Y lo mejor que puedes hacer Es tomar lo que venga a ti Porque el tiempo vuela Y riendo bajo las duchas de verano ¿Sigue siendo la forma en que te veo ahora? ¿Cómo se descomponen el tiempo Sin marcador, las cosas se ralentizan Una conferencia de lo extraño Y tu familia está trastornada Podría decirte lo que estoy pensando Mientras nos sentamos aquí bebiendo Pero no estoy seguro por dónde empezar Ves que algo anda mal aquí Lo siento si no estoy claro ¿Puedes dejar de fumar tu cigarro? Pero después de un tiempo Te das cuenta de que el tiempo vuela Y lo mejor que puedes hacer Es tomar lo que venga a ti Porque el tiempo vuela Y el abrigo que usaste para Alton Towers Todavía es la forma en que te veo ahora
Ten years ago, it was fun and just heartwarming to listen to this song. Now, there's a bit of anxiety and a sense of regret when I hear it. It's scary to even imagine what it will feel like in another ten years.
I would have never have known about Porcupine Tree or Steven Wilson if it weren't for Dream Theater having them on tour with them in Europe October 2000. I had the great fortune of flying to Amsterdam to see them in Den Bosch (Dreamcon2000) and then again in Sheffield, England and London. Amazing song. Amazing video. Amazing band.
Reminds me of Dogs by Pink Floyd and it's not a bad thing to sound like that song! Although it is different enough to be a great song in its own right. Porcupine Tree, Bjorn Riis and Airbag help fill my need for more Pink Floyd music
essa música vai lá no fundo de tudo que eu sinto, me dá uma sensação de angústia, mas ao mesmo tempo uma sensação de "viva, apesar dos pesares, viva, sua vida é o aqui e o agora, não ontem, nem amanhã"... Obrigado Steven Wilson!
The expressive power of the sound architecture breaks with any form of transcription of the real to attach itself to the expression of an explosive universe. Colors and rhythm of these compositions are a language that gives life to exaltation. Words of a musical Nerd 🤡
ok I'll add my 2 cents in...I feel this on a level of my kids..everything is going too fast..I want to spend more time with them..thats what I think this is
I'm awfully late to the party after YT suggested PT to me after listening to my childhood music (Genesis, Peter Gabriel, Pink Floyd, the Cure, Marillion, the Blue Nile). Until a few weeks ago I never heard of this wonderful band. But do I get that right? Did the band split up and are not making new albums anymore?
It's been an extended hiatus. Steven Wilson, the primary songwriter for the band, said for a long time that they were done, but he's recently been saying in interviews that he thinks they'll make another album someday and that they can return when people least expect it. They also just revamped their website and added a Tour page. Why add a Tour page for a band that hasn't toured in over a decade? Fingers crossed!
That is not quite appropriate, xx I understand where you are coming from but , there is a completely different story being told here . Evidently brilliant Musicians combine into ONE eventually, but don’t ever forget their individuality and the difference that they make from one band to another. Let’s lose the assumption that they are copying anyone else, because I know for a fact, fact, that is not true xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
