While not an original song from the band, as it is a cover of the landmark single from the Byrds, this is an important milestone in the band’s career. Despite them being apart of the hardcore punk movement of the early 80’s, the band never did eschew classic rock and pop like their peers, as their d...
Eight miles high and when you touch down
You'll find that it's stranger than known
Signs in the streets that say where you're going
Are somewhere just being their own
Nowhere is there warmth to be found
Among those afraid of losing their ground
Rain gray town unknown for its sound
In places...
Round the squares huddled in storms
Some laughing, some just shapeless forms
Sidewalk scenes and black limousines
Some living, some standing around
Eight Miles High was written by Roger McGuinn & Gene Clark & David Crosby.
Eight Miles High was produced by Hüsker Dü.