Legendary guitarist David Gilmour has once again spoken candidly about his time with Pink Floyd, offering a heartfelt reflection on the band’s legacy and the irreplaceable contributions of late keyboardist Richard Wright. In a recent conversation, Gilmour recalled the dynamic between himself and former bandmate Roger Waters, and reaffirmed his deep emotional connection to the spirit of Pink Floyd.
“I always told Roger Waters, when he thought he was Pink Floyd and believed he could replace the drummer, the guitarist, and the keyboardist with other skilled professionals, that I was and strongly felt like Pink Floyd,” Gilmour said. “One time, long before he left, I told him: ‘If you leave, my friend, we will carry on — you can bet on it, we will carry on.’ And he replied, laughing: ‘You’ll never make it.’”
Despite creative conflicts and the eventual departure of Waters, Gilmour went on to lead Pink Floyd into some of its most acclaimed works. But for Gilmour, it was never just about carrying on — it was about preserving the soul of the band, a soul he says was deeply tied to Richard Wright’s musicianship.
“In my view, the highest peaks reached by Pink Floyd were achieved when Richard Wright was at his best,” Gilmour explained. “After all, what would The Dark Side of the Moon have been without ‘Us and Them’ and ‘The Great Gig in the Sky,’ both of which he wrote? And without his gentle touch, the album Wish You Were Here simply wouldn’t have worked.”
Gilmour went on to emphasize Wright’s unique artistry: “No one can replace Richard Wright. He was my musical partner and my friend.”
Fans worldwide continue to honor the lasting impact of Pink Floyd’s music, and Gilmour’s words serve as a poignant reminder of the human connections that defined the band’s timeless sound. With new music reportedly in the works, Gilmour’s legacy — and Wright’s enduring influence — are far from fading.
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