Lyrics to Eight Miles High
Lyrics to the song Eight Miles High as recorded by Roxy Music.
(Clark/Crosby/McGuinn)
Eight miles high
And when you touch down
You find you're
Stranger than known
Signs in the street
That say where you're going
Are somewhere
Just being their own
Nowhere is
There warmth to be found
Just those afraid
Of losing their ground
Rain grey town
Known for its sound
In places
Small faces abound
Round the squares
Huddled in storms
Some laughing
Some just shapeless forms
Sidewalk scenes
And black limousines
Some living
Some standing alone
Eight miles high
Eight miles high
Eight miles high
Eight miles high
Eight miles high
Eight miles high
Eight miles high
Eight miles high
Eight Miles High
Album Track
This Byrds song was recorded by Roxy Music for their Flesh + Blood album in 1980. The song was performed throughout the Flesh + Blood tour in 1980 and was rehearsed for the Avalon tour but was dropped after the first few shows.
The song featured on a 12" promo for the album with Over You.
Song Musicians
- Allan Schwartzberg Drums
- Andy Mackay Sax
- Bryan Ferry Vocals and Keyboards
- Neil Hubbard Guitar
- Neil Jason Bass
- Phil Manzanera Lead Guitar