“The Painter” is the second and last part of the fourth track to Deep Purple’s self-titled album. “Fault Line” is the first part of that fourth track.
On the album’s tracklist, “Fault Line” is numbered 4 (a) while “The Painter” is 4 (b).
“The Painter” is a straightforward yet effective rock song w...
[Verse 1]
Painter, come colour up my life
Oh painter, come colour up my life
Take away the misery
Take away the strife
[Verse 2]
Writer, write me out a play
Writer, make the meaning gay
Oh I don't need a podium
Just give me words to say
[Guitar Solo]
[Organ Solo]
[Verse 3]
Singer, let me sing a song
Oh, singer, let me sing a song
You don't have to worry
'Cause singer, you can sing along
The Painter was written by Nick Simper & Rod Evans & Ian Paice & Ritchie Blackmore & Jon Lord.
The Painter was produced by Derek Lawrence.
Deep Purple released The Painter on Sat Jun 21 1969.
Liner note by Deep Purple:
This track was recorded live; no double-tracking.