Roundabout - (2003 Remaster)

"Roundabout" is the opening track of the 1971 album Fragile by the English progressive rock band Yes . The 2003 remaster, featured on the expanded edition of the album, remains one of the most definitive and high-fidelity versions of this progressive rock staple. 1. Composition & Technical Breakdown

: This version is noted for its enhanced dynamic range and separation, particularly highlighting Bill Bruford’s crisp drumming and the "growl" of the bass. Roundabout (2003 Remaster)

The track is celebrated for its complex structure and virtuoso performances: "Roundabout" is the opening track of the 1971

The 2003 remaster was part of a broader re-release of the Yes catalog handled by : Composition & Technical Breakdown : This version is

: The song begins with a signature backward-recorded piano note (fading in) followed by Steve Howe’s intricate classical guitar harmonics.

Written by Jon Anderson and Steve Howe, the lyrics were inspired by a scenic van ride from Aberdeen to Glasgow, during which the band encountered numerous roundabouts.