Boards of Canada - An Eagle in Your Mind Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the lyrics for 'An Eagle in Your Mind' by Boards of Canada?

   The lyrics for 'An Eagle in Your Mind' were written by Michael Sandison and Marcus Sandison of Boards of Canada.

2. What is the origin of the album 'Music Has the Right to Children' which features 'An Eagle in Your Mind'?

   'Music Has the Right to Children' is the debut studio album by the Scottish electronic music duo Boards of Canada. It was released on 20 April 1998 in the UK by Warp and Skam Records and in the USA by Matador. The album is known for its distinctive electronica style.

3. When was the album 'Music Has the Right to Children' released?

   The album 'Music Has the Right to Children' was released on 20 April 1998 in the United Kingdom and later in the United States.

4. Which studios were used to produce 'Music Has the Right to Children'?

   The album 'Music Has the Right to Children,' including the song 'An Eagle in Your Mind,' was produced at Hexagon Sun, the duo's personal recording studio in Pentland Hills, Scotland.

5. What types of sounds are incorporated in the album 'Music Has the Right to Children'?

   The album incorporates a variety of sounds, including vintage synthesizers, degraded analogue production, found sounds, samples, and hip hop-inspired rhythms. It intentionally detunes vintage synthesizers, uses drum machines, and incorporates reel to reel tape recorders.

6. Are there any notable samples in the songs of 'Music Has the Right to Children'?

   Yes, the album includes several notable samples. Examples include excerpts from the children's television program Sesame Street in tracks like 'The Color of the Fire' and 'Aquarius,' and the sound of the red-legged seriema from Vangelis' score for the 1976 documentary 'La Fête sauvage' in 'Happy Cycling.'