How I Wish How I Wish You Were Here is a verse from the song Wish You Were Here sung by Pink Floyd. The lyrics of the song are written by Roger Waters & David Gilmour.
How I Wish How I Wish You Were Here Lyrics
[Intro]
“And disciplinary remains mercifully”
“Yes and um, I’m with you, Derek, this star nonsense”
“Yes, yes”
“Now which is it?”
“I am sure of it”
[Instrumental Break]
[Verse 1: David Gilmour]
So, so you think you can tell
Heaven from Hell? Blue skies from pain?
Can you tell a green field from a cold steel rail?
A smile from a veil? Do you think you can tell?
[Verse 2: David Gilmour]
Did they get you to trade your heroes for ghosts?
Hot ashes for trees? Hot air for a cool breeze?
Cold comfort for change? Did you exchange
A walk-on part in the war for a lead role in a cage?
[Instrumental Break]
[Chorus: David Gilmour]
How I wish, how I wish you were here
We’re just two lost souls swimming in a fishbowl, year after year
Running over the same old ground, what have we found?
The same old fears, wish you were here
[Instrumental Outro]
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Song Credits
| Song | Wish You Were Here |
| Artist | Pink Floyd |
| Album | Discovery |
| Writer | Roger Waters & David Gilmour |
| Producer | Pink Floyd, Roger Waters & David Gilmour |
About the Song
“Wish You Were Here” by Pink Floyd is a deeply emotional and reflective song about absence, loss, and feeling disconnected from the world. It speaks to the quiet pain of missing someone, not just physically, but emotionally as well. The song has a gentle sadness that feels honest and timeless.
The lyrics express a sense of longing and disappointment, as if the singer is reaching out to someone who has drifted away. Many listeners interpret the song as being about a lost friend or a person who has changed beyond recognition. There is also a wider meaning, touching on how people can feel lost in life, trapped by routines or expectations, and distant from their true selves.
Musically, the song is simple and warm. The acoustic guitar intro feels intimate, almost like a private moment shared with the listener. As the song develops, it slowly grows without losing its softness. The melody is calm and familiar, making it easy to connect with emotionally. Nothing feels rushed or forced.
What makes “Wish You Were Here” special is its sincerity. The song does not rely on big sounds or dramatic moments. Instead, it lets silence, space, and simple words do the work. This creates a feeling of closeness, as if the band is speaking directly from the heart.
Over the years, the song has become one of Pink Floyd’s most loved works. It resonates with anyone who has experienced distance, regret, or the feeling of wanting to go back to a time when things felt more real. “Wish You Were Here” remains powerful because it is quiet, honest, and deeply human.