About the Song
Released in 1979 as part of the Bee Gees’ blockbuster album Spirits Having Flown, “Living Together” is a lesser-known gem that reveals the Gibb brothers’ remarkable ability to evolve with the times while staying true to their unmistakable style. Coming off the unprecedented success of Saturday Night Fever (1977), the Bee Gees were at the absolute height of their fame — global superstars with a string of No. 1 hits. While songs like “Too Much Heaven,” “Tragedy,” and “Love You Inside Out” dominated radio, “Living Together” served as a bold, funky experiment tucked deeper into the album’s tracklist.
From the very first notes, “Living Together” pulses with the energy of the late ’70s. A confident horn section, groovy bassline, and thumping drums kick in, creating a danceable, almost theatrical feel. The song flirts with disco, but leans more toward funk-infused pop, with a hint of R&B sophistication. Think Earth, Wind & Fire meets the Bee Gees — but with that signature Gibb flair.
Barry Gibb’s falsetto takes center stage once again, soaring over layers of electric piano, synth textures, and harmonized vocals from Robin and Maurice. The lyrical content, though delivered in that light-footed disco sheen, is surprisingly introspective. “Living Together” explores the tensions and compromises of coexisting in a relationship — not just the romance, but the real-life messiness that comes with it. It touches on themes of connection, disconnection, and the emotional balancing act of everyday love.
What sets this song apart, though, is the saxophone solo — an unexpected burst of energy that gives “Living Together” its unique edge. It’s jazzy, unexpected, and plays like a voice of its own, almost arguing or dancing with the vocals. The production is polished, but it doesn’t feel overly synthetic — there’s a warmth to it, a human heartbeat under all the sheen.
Though “Living Together” was never released as a major single, it has grown in appreciation over time, especially among fans and collectors who admire the Bee Gees’ versatility and boldness. It’s a snapshot of a band willing to explore every corner of their sound — not just chasing hits, but chasing groove, emotion, and style.