Big Generator (song)

"Big Generator" is a song by Yes that appears on their 1987 album, Big Generator. The song was remixed for a radio promotional single^[2] exclusively in the U.S. It appeared on every show on the Big Generator tour, but has not been performed live since.^[3]

"Big Generator"
Song by Yes
from the album Big Generator
Released	28 September 1987[1]
Recorded	1985–1987 (exact date and location unknown)
Genre	Hard rock, pop metal
Length	4:33 (Big Generator version) 3:41 (The Ultimate Yes version)
Label	Atco Records
Composer(s)	Jon Anderson, Tony Kaye, Trevor Rabin, Chris Squire, Alan White
Lyricist(s)	Jon Anderson, Trevor Rabin
Producer(s)	Yes, Trevor Horn, Trevor Rabin, Paul De Villiers

Composition

Chris Squire used a 5-string bass tuned to A on the lowest (B) string to achieve a much lower sound on the opening riff of the track.^[4]

Personnel

• Jon Anderson – vocals
• Chris Squire – 5-string bass guitar, backing vocals
• Trevor Rabin – rhythm and lead guitar, backing vocals, keyboards
• Tony Kaye – keyboards
• Alan White – drums, percussion