Machines (Biffy Clyro song)
# Machines (Biffy Clyro song)

"Machines" is a song by Scottish band Biffy Clyro, from their 2007 album, Puzzle. It was due to be released as the fourth physical single from Puzzle on 1 October 2007 but was pushed back one week and released on 8 October 2007.

The "Alternate Mix" was released on iTunes on 30 September, 1 day earlier than expected.

The "Rock Version" can only be bought at Recordstore.co.uk and also has alternate lyrics to the album version.

## Overview

Simon Neil has commented on the song, saying:

   This is an acoustic song we recorded on the last day in the studio. I wanted the album to end on a positive vibe. No matter what you go through there's always hope. You can make yourself happy.

## Track listings

Songs and lyrics by Simon Neil. Music by Biffy Clyro.

* CD 14FLR44CD, 5051442406672
* "Machines (Chris Lord-Alge Mix)" - 3:54
* "Hermaphrofight"
* 7" #1 14FLR27V1, 5051442406672
* "Machines (Chris Lord-Alge Mix)" - 3:54
* "Classical Machines (Remix)"
* 7" #2 14FLR27V2, 5051442406672
* "Machines (Chris Lord-Alge Mix)" - 3:54
* "Machines (Demo)"
* Digital download - Recordstore.co.uk exclusive
* "Rock Machines"

## Personnel

* Simon Neil – guitar, vocals
* James Johnston – bass, vocals
* Ben Johnston – drums, vocals
* Garth Richardson – producer
* Dorothy Lawson - cello
* Iain Cook – "Classical Machines" remixer
* Chris Lord-Alge - "Machines (Alternative Version)" mixer

## Chart performance

| Chart (2007) | Peak position |
| - | - |
| UK Singles Chart | 29 |
