Have You Got It Yet? The Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd

The story of Syd Barrett, one of the founding members of Pink Floyd, is one of the most complex and tragic in rock history. His musical journey began as a brilliant and revolutionary talent but ended in a spiral of mental instability and isolation. The moment Barrett was kicked out of Pink Floyd marked a turning point in his career and in the band's history, although his influence lingered long after his departure.

Barrett joined Pink Floyd in 1965, bringing his unparalleled creativity and innovative vision that helped shape the band's signature psychedelic sound. His talent for songwriting, combined with his unique guitar style, contributed to Pink Floyd's rise to prominence with their debut album The Piper at the Gates of Dawn (1967). However, his erratic behavior and growing drug dependence began to affect him both personally and professionally.

As his mental health deteriorated, Barrett became increasingly unpredictable during recording sessions and live performances. On stage, he often appeared disoriented, unable to remember songs or even properly play his guitar. This instability jeopardized the group's cohesion, and it was one of the reasons Pink Floyd decided to replace him in 1968 with guitarist David Gilmour.

Barrett's departure from Pink Floyd did not mark the end of his musical career, but his life after the band became a retreat from the public eye and a series of failed attempts to return to music. His only solo album, The Madcap Laughs (1970), reflects the depths of his emotional fragility and overflowing creativity. Despite his brief time in the world of rock, Barrett left an indelible mark as one of the most enigmatic and tragic geniuses in music. His legacy endures as an iconic figure who transcended the chaos of his own mind.

Director: Roddy Bogawa, Storm Thorgerson

Genre: Documentary, Music

Cast: Andrew VanWyngarden, David Gilmour, Graham Coxon, Mick Rock, Nick Mason, Noel Fielding, Pete Townshend, Richard Wright, Roger Waters, Rosemary Breen, Storm Thorgerson, Syd Barrett