Category: Marillion

Kayleigh – Nostalgia and Regret in 80s Rock

The 1985 hit ‘Kayleigh’ by British rock band Marillion is more than just a formative track in the symphonic rock scene; it is a soaring ode to love lost, nostalgia, and regret. At its core, the song explores the universal theme of looking back on a failed relationship, wondering where things went awry, and yearning for a reconciliation that may never come.

Kayleigh by Marillion

“Kayleigh” by Marillion

The titular Kayleigh is actually a figure – or rather a composite of figures – from Marillion lead singer Fish’s past. And this song puts a pretty-interesting spin on the thoroughly-trodden heartbreak narrative. The singer points out...