Could the legendary Pink Floyd ever reunite? For fans holding their breath, David Gilmour just delivered a crushing three-word verdict. In a recent interview, the 79-year-old guitar icon firmly stated there’s “no possible way” he’d ever share a stage with former bandmate Roger Waters again. But here’s where it gets controversial... Despite Oasis’s unexpected reunion last year, Gilmour’s stance seems unshakable, reigniting discussions about the decades-long feud that’s divided one of rock’s most influential bands.
Gilmour and Waters, both creative powerhouses behind Pink Floyd’s groundbreaking albums like The Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall, and Wish You Were Here, have been at odds since Waters’ departure in 1985. Their dispute, which began after the monumental success of The Dark Side of the Moon, escalated when Waters attempted to dissolve the band—a move blocked by the High Court. While they briefly reunited in 2005 and 2008, Gilmour insists there’s zero chance of another comeback.
And this is the part most people miss... The feud isn’t just about creative differences. In a 2018 interview, drummer Nick Mason hinted at deeper issues, suggesting Waters lacks respect for Gilmour’s musical contributions, prioritizing songwriting over performance. “Roger feels writing is everything,” Mason explained, adding that Waters likely regrets leaving the band, assuming it would crumble without him.
The tension flared again in 2022 following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Waters criticized Gilmour and Mason for releasing a protest song with Ukrainian musician Andrij Chlywnjuk, calling it a “content-less waving of the blue and yellow flag.” Gilmour’s wife, Polly Samson, fired back on Twitter (now X), labeling Waters an “anti-Semitic, Putin apologist, lying, thieving, hypocritical megalomaniac.” Gilmour retweeted her statement, adding, “Every word demonstrably true.”
When asked recently if their stance on Waters had changed, both Gilmour and Samson remained unwavering. “Exactly the same,” Gilmour reiterated. But here’s the question that’ll spark debate... Is this feud a tragic loss for music history, or a necessary stand against irreconcilable differences? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—do you think Pink Floyd fans deserve a reunion, or is this chapter permanently closed?
One thing’s certain: The story of Pink Floyd’s legacy is as complex as their music, blending brilliance, bitterness, and the enduring power of art. What’s your take?
