"The Pros and Cons of Hitch Hiking", is a song written and performed by Roger Waters from his debut studio album, The Pros and Cons of Hitch Hiking. It was released worldwide on 9 April 1984.
Background
Its meaning consists of the lasting memories of the main character Reg, and displays the benefits and problems associated with his hitchhiking, both figuratively and metaphorically. During the song, Waters mentions such popular icons as Dick Tracy, Shane and Yoko Ono. Waters has said the inclusion of Yoko Ono in the song comes from a dream his drummer Andy Newmark had.
Track listings
7" single
No.
Title
Length
1.
"The Pros and Cons of Hitch Hiking"
4:35
2.
"Apparently They Were Travelling Abroad"
3:22
International 12" single
No.
Title
Length
1.
"The Pros and Cons of Hitch Hiking"
5:25
2.
"For the First Time Today, Part 2"
2:21
3.
"For the First Time Today, Part 1"
1:36
US and Europe 12" single
No.
Title
Length
1.
"The Pros and Cons of Hitch Hiking"
5:25
2.
"Apparently They Were Travelling Abroad / Running Shoes"
