Another Brick in the Wall – Pink Floyd (Lecture Notes)

Vocabulary flashcards covering essential terms and concepts from the lecture notes on Pink Floyd’s 1979 song 'Another Brick in the Wall.'

Another Brick in the Wall

A 1979 song by British rock band Pink Floyd that became a pivotal milestone in rock music history.

Pink Floyd

Iconic British rock band known for progressive and conceptual works; creators of 'Another Brick in the Wall.'

1979

Release year of Pink Floyd’s 'Another Brick in the Wall,' marking its entry into the music scene.

Rock-music milestone

'Another Brick in the Wall' is regarded as one of the most significant achievements in rock due to its social commentary and musical innovation.

Critique of the English school system

Central theme of the song, condemning rigid education, mental control, and authoritarian classroom environments.

Children’s voices

Featured in the song to vocalize student anger and rejection of oppressive schooling.

Key refrain

‘All in all you’re just another brick in the wall,’ symbolizing teachers and institutions as mere parts of an oppressive system.

Iconic lyric: 'We don’t need no education'

A rebellious declaration from the song rejecting conformist schooling and thought control.