Roger Waters - Mother Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'Mother'?

   'Mother' was written by Roger Waters, a founding member of Pink Floyd, and it's part of their concept album 'The Wall'.

2. What is the song 'Mother' about?

   'Mother' explores the impact of a protective and controlling mother on her child, touching on themes of fear and alienation. It reflects some of Roger Waters’ personal experiences and feelings about his own mother.

3. Which band members performed on 'Mother'?

   The vocals were performed by Roger Waters and David Gilmour. Drumming duties were taken over by session drummer Jeff Porcaro instead of Nick Mason, due to the challenging time signatures in the song.

4. What are some unique musical features of 'Mother'?

   The song uses varied time signatures, including 5/8, 9/8, 6/8, and 4/4. It starts with a solo voice and acoustic guitar, gradually adding more instruments like reed organ, piano, bass, and electric guitar.

5. Has 'Mother' been performed by other artists?

   Yes, 'Mother' has been covered by various artists, including Natalie Maines and Pearl Jam. It was also performed live with Sinéad O'Connor during the 1990 The Wall – Live in Berlin concert.