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Many folks know the legendary story of how Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here album was inspired by the former bandleader who devolved into mental illness and was replaced by David Gilmore. This former member turned up - uninvited and unexpected - during the recording sessions after a 10 year absence, and told the guys "I'm here to play my bit". Roger Waters was so moved/distraught/disturbed by the site of his former friend that he went home that night and wrote the lyrics for "Shine On You Crazy Diamond" in homage. Most folks know the legend, and know the name of the former band member. So: Who inspired the lyrics, and what was his real first name?

Stab in the dark: both are descendants of Louis XIV? P.S. - Steely Dan was a band I abhorred in High School. Too jazzy, too “pop”. Now I’m obsessed with them. One of my favorites.

Salee (ex 69 bar now Bkk) was the winner