"Living in the Past" is a song by British progressive rock group Jethro Tull. It is one of its best-known songs, and it is notable for being written in the unusual 5/4 time signature. The 5/4 signature is quickly noted from the beginning rhythmic bass pattern.
The single reached number 3 on the UK Singles Chart.
Overview
The song was originally recorded before the sessions for the 1969 album "Stand Up", released in the same year as a stand-alone single to UK audiences while Jethro Tull finished its US tour. However, it became more popular after its 1972 release on the album of the same name, a compilation of the band's hits from that era. After its release on the album, it became the band's first Top 20 hit in the US, peaking at #11.
Chart performance
| UK |
3 |
| Ireland (IRMA) |
5 |
| New Zealand (Listener) |
15 |
| Canada RPM |
16 |
| US Billboard Hot 100 |
11 |
| US Cash Box Top 100 |
15 |
|
Year-end charts
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| Chart (1973) |
Position |
| Canada |
108 |
| US (Joel Whitburns Pop Annual) |
102 |
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Jethro Tull - Living in the Past / Driving Song
UK Island WIP 6056 (1969).
Record produced by Terry Ellis and Ian Anderson.
The vinyl record attains a strong excellent grading, suggesting few plays.
Audio quality is very clear and strong throughout.
Both record centre labels are free from tears, stains or stickers.
The record comes with a company paper sleeve.
