David Bowie - Quicksand

[@samwoodson9603]

One of the reason's Hunky Dory is such an interesting album is that it was the last album Bowie did before becoming a mega star. When Ziggy Stardust resonated with people, he became a god-like figure. Nobody looked at Bowie like a normal guy ever again. Every Bowie album Ziggy Stardust and onwards were coming from more than a man. That obviously has its appealing factors as we all know. But Hunky Dory features an intimacy and a vulnerableness we wouldn't see from Bowie in a similar way ever again. It was an album from a guy who was down on his luck; Bowie's like us at this point of his life. This is the final album from David Jones. I find the historical context interesting. It's songs from a regular guy on the brink of something great: he has no idea that his life will never be the same again: he has no idea that a guy like him is going to change the world.

[@fullthrottlealways]

Unbelievably well put. The words he spoke were of a man who was well aware that he was emerging into a beautiful phase in his life and that he had something magical to share. I firmly believe that history will record this and Low as the most quintessentially Bowie albums. I could explain my rationale but with your eloquent words previously, I don’t feel it’s necessary to.

[@bandwagon22]

Glad that my brother bought several his albums before Ziggy Stardust in 1971-73. Half of my schoolmates like music of Bowie. I'm from Finland.

[@JonathanMartinez-ri7dc]

Sam Warren damn

[@DrB81]

Enjoyed your thoughts. Which is a rarity on KZbin comments. Bravo and well met.

[@B0rnles13]

Perhaps he had knowledge and conversation with his Holy Guardian Angel!

[@paul.odowd10]

people might think of Space Oddity, Life on Mars, Heroes and dozens of other great songs, but for me this remains my favourite Bowie song.

[@stevenstratton4785]

Listen to Cygnet Committee....or Supermen...... Or Time...... Bowies best work is hidden ,in plain sight.

[@Johnnywhamo]

+Steven Stratton totally, they kill 10 of his songs with constant repetition meanwhile there are SO many great tunes you'll never hear unless you listen to all of album not just greatest hits

[@Johnnywhamo]

***** That is of course subjective but I can appreciate your passion just the same. lol. For me it's Ziggy, Hunky, Space, Aladdin then Diamond Dogs

[@Johnnywhamo]

***** Well Ziggy was my first so :) LOVE Pin Ups, I think See Emily Play and Friday On My Mind are better than the originals. Sorrow...I mean come on, what a great cover too. Speaking of cover I also liked his version of Let's Spend The Night Together better than the Stones tired version. lol

[@Johnnywhamo]

***** I ultimately think Bowie worked best with Bowie, I don't think he's a "band: type of guy. He needed to drive his own style and call his own shots and thankfully he did . It's funny I've been a fan for many many years and I only came across Arnold Layne recently.Thanks youtube :) ( edit... sorry I was thinking Arnold Corns )

[@JupiterJulia]

you have to listen to this song a few times to really appreciate it... once for the vocals, once for the piano, once for the violin, once for the guitar, a million times for all of them together

[@kellyrankin8844]

what about the lyrics??????

[@ornidebranque3429]

I love this song! And I love 5 years too. Each of them throws me in a very bowie universe. Anyway I love so much of his songs...

[@richiemitchie6818]

No you don't stupid

[@rexrogers1859]

@@richiemitchie6818 Sound like you need a baba and nap, lil fella. You're getting cranky.

[@rexrogers1859]

Exactly! It's a good song all around. Relaxing...

[@geneclark3600]

This song always makes me cry, but I still come back. I miss you Bowie.

[@angelduran3141]

Gina Clark we all miss him but he's not truly gone cuz he lives within all of us just like on ET I'll be right here!!!¡

[@geneclark3600]

@@angelduran3141 True

[@waynenorthspacebuoy3529]

Excellent ... hope my YT Bowie songs makes him smile from far far away.

[@sarahmcilvaine4910]

I found Bowie at 14 before I did drugs. He made me feel not alone. His songs kept me alive amidst my addiction and found him again sober. Even more relatable now- Bowie is always there through all the changes in your life.

[@waynenorthspacebuoy3529]

Excellent ... hope my YT Bowie songs makes him smile from far far away.

[@helgabattaglini2246]

❤️❤️❤️

[@waynenorthspacebuoy3529]

@@helgabattaglini2246 Great outcome ... I play an sing YT Bowie attempts which keep me sane ... much fun.

[@JoeRivermanSongwriter]

"I'm not a prophet or a Stone Age man, Just a mortal with potential of a superman" Rest in peace David. The greatest artist pop music ever knew. Can't express my love for you and your influence upon me enough. Space Oddity was the first thing I ever learned on guitar. Life On Mars was the first single I ever played. Saddest day.

[@Dubberzz]

Nietzsche would have been proud.

[@danielbelkin4652]

Er, why, exactly? I don't think Bowie fits Nietzsche's understanding of manhood very well at all - and thank god for that!

[@Dubberzz]

It wasn't meant as an all defining commentary on Bowie's persona in relation to the Nietzsche/Ubermensch. It was simply recognizing the reference/nod to Nietzsche 's writings in that line. It's been pretty well documented that he was an influence in Bowie's early writings.

[@onedoorfilms]

Perfect example of when believing your own hype is all present and correct.

[@MrBooYa-yd5er]

He is brave

[@ladystardust569]

Such an underated masterpiece

[@hannah6848]

+Lady Stardust this and 'life on mars?' are my faves on this album

[@readmelancholystrumpetmaster]

+Lady Stardust Oh my, yes.

[@readmelancholystrumpetmaster]

+Hannah This is better than Life on Mars

[@alexandreseynaeve8251]

Tu plaisantes ... Sous estimée ? Par qui ? :)

[@lowrencemayfield4271]

They are all fantastic songs but Lady Stardust is non not on this album, it's on Ziggy

[@thewiseoldman]

Did his voice ever sound so pure as it did on this LP ? I've been listening to him for 42 years and this still makes me shiver.

[@thecarrollservice]

Fantastic song. Like you I’m a lifelong Bowie fan so hope you don’t mind me pointing you to these songs: Supermodel Amour kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGLdpZqnma2moMU Long Way To Go kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqfKgqKri9RgqcU

[@TheBerndude]

Right on! Easily, my favorite Bowie album.

[@peterfraser8037]

Same here friend

[@michaelmclaughlin6376]

Same here. The tone and evolution of his voice was PERFECT on this album, and there was more honesty and vulnerability in his singing than anything after.

[@loureed3015]

Theres 34....33's b3tt3r its infinite

[@ThefightingCelt]

It is songs like Quicksand that represent the true essence of Bowie's genius . New fans should delve through his early 70s albums and will unearth many more gems like this .

[@ThefightingCelt]

Oh yes , many more . Cygnet Committee ( my fave ) , Memory Of A Free Festival , All The Madmen , After All , The Bewlay Brothers , Five Years , Rock N Roll Suicide , Drive In Saturday , Time , The Prettiest Star , Sweet Thing , We Are The Dead , 1984 , Word On A Wing . Just a small selection from a few albums . So many to choose from.

[@suzietschirsch1257]

+ThefightingCelt So true....too many great songs he wrote....Amazing person and true genius!!!

[@burpie3258]

+Kalene Chartrand Lady Grinning Soul is a song I recommend!

[@suzietschirsch1257]

+burpie Yes this is another his masterpiece!! When I was listening this song first time few days ago I was stunned! Mike Garson said, David has probably 50 great songs and 100 good songs maybe some more. No one come close to him. Such a great loss. He was a genius and a beautiful human being........

[@Gogo-ju6qx]

Don't forget "Wild is the Wind" ;) Or going way back, "Memory of a Free Festival".

[@polygollie]

God damn, I wish I would've known about David Bowie sooner. I remember over 1 year ago where my best friend sat and mourned over this man, and I couldn't understand why. I didn't know very many songs from David, why was he so cool? He was a star sure, but nothing big in my eyes. This has all changed for me now. I want to slap myself for thinking such things because this man is taking an affect on my life so much despite him already having passed. No matter where David Bowie might be, his music has changed my life for good. I wish I could've known his beauty sooner, but I will spend my life remembering this amazing man.

[@usedscar]

How is the music going?

[@tonymcgrath700]

Your words have brought a tear to my eye Marie, i discovered him in 1976 when I bought Changesonebowie, i was and have been in awe of his songwriting genius ever since, its only recently I've been able to listen to his songs again without crying, my all time musical hero and there will never be anyone who will come close to his talent ever again guaranteed

[@yehudivenuti]

oh sweety, if you only could have seen the bowie arc thru my eyes. i'm 65, and got to see the first ziggy tour in 72, memphis. (there's actually a video from that very show posted here on youtube.) the following year, he did 2 back-to-back aladdin sane shows. and i got to see most of his tours thru to the end - reality. and his shit just floors me still. brings tears...

[@redlioness6627]

52 now, a Bowie fan over 40+ years, I appreciate your words, but I shall just say it doesn't matter how long it took you to get it, it matters that you got it in the end.

[@michaelsullivan1079]

All his beauty is there, waiting for you to discover.

[@nickcoughlan7472]

This music brought me back from the brink. i was 18 and surrounded by unemployment and drugs and no hope. suddenly i discovered this ray of creative light and realised that there was hope...thank you mr Bowie.

[@JugaJuga14]

That's lovely, Nick

[@mijand]

brought me back from the brink many ,many times.love on ya.

[@Bennybanks01]

Fascinating stuff, Nicolas!

[@11deicide]

What kind of hope did this bring to you? For me it describes a world that can only hope for either death or disbelief. Why couldn't you hope for that beforehand?

[@veia5985]

The two minutes of silence at the end is so you can process just how amazing this song is.

[@gary6514]

I first came across this masterpiece when I was 18 years old. It floored me then and now I am 55......it moves me to tears. I am so glad you were in my life David. Thank you my friend.

[@waynenorthspacebuoy3529]

Excellent ... hope my YT Bowie songs makes him smile from far far away.

[@TheBerndude]

@@waynenorthspacebuoy3529 & Gary 65...amen, brothers! This album is an absolute treasure.

[@waynenorthspacebuoy3529]

@@TheBerndude plus ... Rise & Fall of ZS ... and Aladin Sane ... totally & utterly floored .. I cover magnificent Bowie on YT ... its my way of connecting to his spirit & karma.

[@R17..]

I'm 18, I just found this song yesterday.

[@peskybee2104]

"I'm not a prophet or a stone-aged man, just a mortal with the potential of a superman"- such powerful lyrics. It's weird to think of bowie as history as he was always the future. RIP x

[@kevinbender6170]

Peskybee2 so so sad !!!!!

[@teresamasters3175]

Pes

[@jeffhickson5365]

my favourite ,just a with potential of a superman mortal line in the song listen im dyslexic ok

[@paticalamaro]

"It's weird to think of bowie as history as he was always the future" This is what I was feeling but couldn't put word to it!

[@noelcampbell1672]

@@paticalamaro I was 12 yo and you summwe#ed up my feelings for Bowie he was the future. RIPxxx

[@luckyshow98]

1:08-1:09 I love how the loud strumming of the guitar abruptly halts and then quietens itself down, almost human-like

[@MarceloHenkin]

from 2:27 to 2:50 is the most beautiful piece of melody/harmony I've ever listened to...I ask myself how could he create a piece of music like that. it gives me goosebumps everytime I hear it... Bowie was an absolute genius

[@georgia5341]

Totally agree!

[@biodumb]

It prepare us for 3:55 and on!

[@hanabongo]

Couldn't agree more a master piece of music.

[@tripp3468]

i like 0:00 to 7:41 the best

[@teolyoung411]

so do i

[@stephenplatt5629]

I'm 57 and this still touches my soul.. David ..thank you..I hope you realise the difference you made to so many people..rest in peace you beautiful man x

[@bandybones6651]

Bowie can bring on tears. Brilliance.

[@starky497]

I remember what a comfort it was to discover this song and to know this man had been close to the same kind of darkness, and created something of beauty from its shadow.

[@jennimoto7237]

💯🙏🏼

[@louiscartman4811]

Hunky Dory should be in a Gallery its a work of art .

[@mirosuni]

Me too. Brilliant.

[@mikewhite5749]

The best Album ever written. And that's saying something.

[@henryolsen6248]

The Dark Side of the Moon is #1. This is a close second.

[@KushClarkKent]

Closer by Joy Division #1 doe

[@notlucas7078]

Dark side of the moon is so overrated it's hardly Pink Floyd's best work. Animals is much better. And Revolver is the best beatles album

[@phobosxxi6893]

What a massively underrated song, rest in peace David.

[@gordongemmell4643]

Underatted ! By who ? Anyone who knows Music knows this.

[@JimmieGoldMusic]

One his best, shows his knowledge on the esoteric, history, and philosophy. No one went as deep as Bowie, except maybe Lennon.

[@sophiawatson1970]

The loss is still raw...Every time I think I'm over it, I hear a song and it's always the same, that heartbroken feeling....RIP beautiful man...thank you for the music...

[@fullthrottlealways]

I am supposed to be over this by now. I'm a grown man but damn if my eyes don't moisten when I hear this. My only hope is that the world has finally begun to grasp the immortal talent of my childhood hero.

[@wpollock1]

+Will Ottenfeld You don't need to grow up with Bowie to understand the huge talent he had. Just clicking on this seemingly obscure song confirms you have "mined" the best of the best. His passing very much impacted me and I am not a sentimental sort.

[@daviedlebonnie7721]

Hi Sophie there's never been and never will be another Dave bowie

[@tonymcgrath700]

Sophia Watson i know exactly how you feel, i couldn't face listening to his songs for ages after his death, i grew up with all those great songs from the early seventies to his last album, i heard about his death while driving a van full of men to work, i nearly crashed and someone else had to drive, just wanted to go home and think about it on my own so I could let the tears flow freely, this is the first song that came to mind when it all sunk in

[@marieadams3720]

I couldn't believe, still can't, but as his son announced it...I'm afraid it's true...

[@mapple432]

Just got over a nasty stomach flu and the first thing I want to listen to is David Bowie. He is a genius, and I don't offer that up for many musicians. I always say if he never did anything past Scary Monsters, that would be fine with me. He left us a whole decade of brilliance and I never tire of any of it. Timeless.

[@runly1]

KNOWLEDGE COMES WITH DEATH'S RELEASE... and now you know. You left us far too soon, Mr. Jones. So grateful I got to meet you briefly with your kind, sweet smile. I wish you well amongst the stars, but could you please come back? I can't imagine this world without you.

[@Beavernese9898]

David Bowie, the greatest musician to ever live. You will be missed. R.I.P David Bowie

[@711honved]

First heard this in 1972 & loved it ever since. Thank you for the most wonderful journey in my life....loved & missed RIP you Starman!

[@sandraturner12]

God bless you, David. This was the song I thought about when I heard your passing. Absolutely sublime. Stardust and love never fades. XxXxX

[@sarahjaynegrove86]

A real shame. Bowies music will always live on.

[@backslash68]

me too, the verses "knowledge comes with death release" came to my mind too.

[@rexel666]

I can't stop crying. So beautiful. RIP David. Thank you for everything.

[@vivienneashurst3539]

Probably my favourite song of all time.

[@davidschmilsson823]

Its very beautiful

[@vivienneashurst3539]

@@davidschmilsson823 just listened to it again, it's stunning.

[@matildah7374]

@@vivienneashurst3539 ... it really is 👍👍👍🧡

[@garyjaz]

I feel like I grew up with you DB and now you are gone. RIP my friend.

[@jf8993]

I can only say that David bowie was a lyrical genius ~ and truthfully, his lyrics shaped my life. From 1970 when I was 12, to today at 63. Dear God, please keep david as an Angel cause I know he was truly a gift from you to all that lives and was born to die ~

[@brumuli]

R.I.P. David! You're going to live forever in our hearts.

[@mistygroves3503]

Blessings to you on your journey in the next dimension David Bowie. Thanks for your art, thanks for your music!

[@sandraturner12]

💜

[@PadraigMulligan]

Safe Journey

[@StoneHighland]

Thanks

[@garbagecontent6523]

He's with harambe now in paradise

[@bowie8338]

underrated post

[@Cruithneach]

Farewell Ziggy. May your talent expand in Paradise, the Underworld, the Nexus, Limbo or whatever part of the cosmos or afterlife your infinite consciousness should choose to linger

[@rainmaker690]

+Cruitheach Aw, how sweet.

[@eminem4920]

+Cruitheach wow. beautiful.

[@Trackstar2211]

+Cruitheach Nice. Very well said.

[@lulawilliams2980]

+Cruitheach R.I.P Starman xxx

[@readmelancholystrumpetmaster]

+Cruitheach Huh?

[@paristexas80]

Love the strings on this beautiful song, RIP David Bowie

[@intersanctum]

"I'm not a prophet or a stone age man, Just a mortal with the potential of a superman." RIP

[@slewvian]

Without doubt a masterpiece of an album he never eclipsed Hunky Dory. Rip Mr Bowie you've earned it. you'll live again through the music you left the world. Amen.

[@babalooey100]

Rest in peace Mister Bowie Dare I say, you helped shape me.

[@hfelgob]

This has to be the most over-interpreted song in Bowie's canon. It's not about Crowley or Buddhism or Nietzsche or any of these things. It's about a young man in his early 20s who's reading all this stuff and can't sort it out in his mind any more.

[@ExxylcrothEagle]

Dued, It'z about Hegel at least partially, come on. and Schopenhauer influenced all of T.rex's first 3 later albums, so get yoor fax strayt

[@eragon0266]

Matthew Stull OMG Learn to spell Dued !!!

[@silverfox2212]

renier van tonder Here's the news reiner. Pointing out grammatical errors is not that crushing. So very boring.

[@jayalakshmi7449]

hfelgob I couldn’t agree more. The young man is confused about the meaning of life, and he feels like he’s drowning in quicksand. That’s why the next song is ‘Fill Your Heart.” He realizes that the answer has been with him all along in the form of love.

[@zazoom84]

I didn't but now that you mention it...

[@julieharris1024]

Knowledge comes with death's release

[@juliedougan1995]

oh my god what can a mortal say ? lived my complete life under the spell of an absolute genius

[@EclecticoIconoclasta]

RIP David Bowie. I am glad that we share an interest in Crowley and occultism. Your magnificent life inspires me in continuing my magickal/mystical studies.

[@biodumb]

Later he became buddhist... im not religious anyway

[@naumnn]

David's music sets itself apart, and always has. He's been a leader for others to follow. He's charismatic, Immensely talented, and absolutely more gorgeous than any other man I've ever seen.

[@zambonimusic]

This is Opera, Musical, Rock, Pop,Country,Classical and and and...the best of beautiful emotions.

[@bobskins808]

Thankyou David for inspiring me since the age of 5 and then throughout my life.. Your songs, stage persona, mannerisms, unpredictable re-inventions and ever changing vocal style, you excelled with all. I saw you once, Glastonbury 2003. May you R.I.P. and with all the love of the world be a Star always x

[@Johnnywhamo]

No I ain't got the power anymore. I miss you my man

[@dynamitebandito2172]

I really like when he sings the lyrics “I ain’t got the power anymore” and the song has all the power sapped from it. Just beautiful.

[@paulharrison6371]

I miss Bowie every day, have all his album's on vynl, a man who saw the future year's before it happened, his music will go on, and on, and on........

[@Denzilcleveridge]

Listened to this thousands of times, absolutely love the words a Bowie masterpiece.

[@waynenorthspacebuoy3529]

Excellent ... hope my YT Bowie songs makes him smile from far far away.

[@manysnakes]

How is it that this B-side could be one of the best and most defining songs of a legendary artist's entire career, and one of the better songs of an entire decade of incredible music?

[@bonniealbo3324]

Don't believe in yourself Don't deceive with belief Knowledge comes with death's release...

[@lyao1914]

what did he mean? Can you explain it for me?

[@jeandredutoit273]

Lý Đào belief vs knowledge. after death we are returned to our true self our substantial form. and with that we are released from the lower ego. and enter the spiritual schools to continue our journey. releasing the body the soul remembers it's true purpose. and whatever was left undone on earth has to now be faced and delt with.

[@lyao1914]

thank you!

[@B0rnles13]

"In the midst of life we are in death" I always hear that at funerals, but it's making sense now!

[@sarahjaynegrove86]

An absolute marsterpiece. Brilliant

[@culheath]

This and Bewley Bros are stunning in their lyrical depth and rank as my favorites

[@edkeating1238]

I'm 66 now and have always loved David's music. Just listened to Quicksand again and that beautiful chorus just brought on the tears !

[@rjnuzzi1648]

Several attempts at this song, the most interesting is an up-tempo rendition.... this is the definitive considering Mick Ronson's gorgeous string arrangement throughout... Bowie had performed it many times in the latter years, realizing that at his core he is the premiere singer/songwriter of his generation, in spite of his cryptic lyric writing right up to Blackstar... still can't breath when I think he is gone

[@mikelamson4106]

This is the greatest Bowie song that I had never hear until recently.

[@clareroddy965]

From Hunky Dory to Black Star, OMG what an amazing journey of diversity and change. David, thank you so much . You are The Starman. Lul. Xx

[@christophermccullough2280]

Probably, one of the greatest songs ever written .... Made my youth and present joyous and worth every second..... Merci.

[@jockstenhouse]

A true masterpiece and my favourite song of all time. 💙😎

[@larslovgren7424]

I agree, this masterpiece is before the Ziggy fever. The lyrics, the vocal, the arrangement is so beautiful. One of his best to my mind, as Bewlay Brothers on the same album. He did this 1997, opened with it, acoustic on his 12-string in the Malmö concert, magical!

[@baldcat59]

Bawling my eyes out.

[@burpie3258]

+Nicholas Walton-Jones Time will heal.

[@fullthrottlealways]

It feels like fire in my heart. I'm wondering when this will stop feeling like this.

[@burpie3258]

Chris Reed You need to go through several stages of awfulness before things start getting better.

[@oakashthorn5714]

Is this the time Bowie went full fash🐸

[@navalerman1508]

*This song always makes me tear. for me:* *Bowie's most moving song* *🖤🖤🖤*

[@helgabattaglini2246]

Me too.

[@navalerman1508]

@@helgabattaglini2246 right after his death not only this song like before, almost every song made me cry. To this day it is difficult for me to listen to him. For me the world changed after he left. One of the most wonderful people to walk the earth 🙋🏼‍♀️.

[@danw1374]

The first song i had to listen to after davids death, and bewlay brothers.

[@williamtaylor3024]

45 years since I first heard this and its still just as great. One of the best lyrists of all time.

[@saraashlea8293]

I still feel pain in my heart😢.. David was such an influence in my life.. just so glad I was alive all through his era. Have fun up there David xx🙏🏼

[@lewstone1934]

one word: sublime

[@dalegriffin6768]

I remember when my older brother played me SPACE ODDITY through the headphones and i thought that was the most artistic, brilliant,and it just sounded way better than anything i was listening too at that time.But i was instantly a BOWIE fan,i had every album he realeased,and i still love him today

[@Kelly14UK]

This guy was a fighter. Never gave up. Icon.

[@andrewbertrand6393]

COULD BE THE HEAVIEST LYRICS EVER PENNED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@glenesis425]

True Dat.

[@jennimoto7237]

Yup

[@brandue4523]

Bowie's best album period...

[@henryolsen6248]

true true

[@henryolsen6248]

Roc Mai I think you need to read my name again.

[@darthcannabris5406]

Brandue agreed

[@unknownpassenger4025]

I don't know... I would give that spot to Low.

[@comeupandseememakeme]

Bowie just couldn't stop himself from elevating the standard pop song format to a higher art form.

[@damienaspin2679]

Love the line "Can't take my eyes from the great salvation Of bullshit faith"...

[@stuart3744]

Quicksand nearly makes me weep it’s so brilliant and not embarrassed to say

[@briojaxen]

Another of his brilliant albums.

[@pattycassiani1352]

Un album capolavoro...questa canzone dolcissima è una perla del grande Bowie....love forever

[@paulvallance4347]

He remained faithful to art until the end, he never let himself or us down.

[@arturo7790]

a legend we'll never see his like again in this world. r.i.p. DAVID JONES.

[@birdiehall7817]

"Knowledge comes with death's release, ah." Our lord and saviour Bowie will rise again.

[@siltom1962]

This album has entered my top 20 of all time just since he passed away.

[@penfoldkowalski]

Took me two years and 3 months to be able to listen to this after he went back to his dimension. Perfection.

[@barvas42]

Does HUNKY DORY actually get the kudos it deserves,,it certainly does with Bowie fans,the song writing ,the way the words are flowing one into another are just a precursor of what was to follow over the years a masterclass of songwriting and stunning songs on brilliant albums,,so personally i LOVE Hunky Dory and still play the ever worn vinyl.

[@timdooley1414]

Truly one of the finest albums of all time, a true Classic !!

[@jackbeeny3245]

Overall, he is fascinated with grand ideas and beliefs, while acknowledging they are also terrible. He is afraid that all that is good is also bad, and we will be the destruction of ourselves. The song is about how he sinks further into the mass of complicated/conflicting thoughts the more he fights with them. He just doesn't have the strength to struggle with the moral ambiguities.

[@paulharrison6371]

Still listening to Bowie, each n every Album a classic....now it's 2020....miss you man

[@TheCornishCockney]

what an astonishing talent Bowie is,a Rock God.

[@padraigmurphy3785]

The first song that came to mind when I heard. RIP to the most iconic artist I could ever think of. His music will continue to transcend anything else. The master of reinvention and one of the most prolific artists I can name who kept doing it right every time

[@mukkinfuddle]

At 62 this still brings a tear to the eye, in my humble opinion his best ever.

[@PaulRoneClarke]

22 people would have difficulty finding their musical soul with map and a compass.

[@RealEstateFunding]

We're up to 27 lost musical souls....

[@PaulRoneClarke]

LoverOf Great Music Yeah.. how sad. My favourite early Bowie LP and this (along with Bewlay Brothers and Andy Warhol) my favourite songs on it. Though I like them all.

[@devinmcclure8386]

LoverOf Great Music 33 now

[@PaulRoneClarke]

Objecting to this has gone from something that irked me, to something I now find mildly offensive. (well, in an internet chatty kind of way) RIP David. You were an inspiration

[@keeperofthehammer6795]

Reached 200.

[@luizbruno9330]

Knowledge comes with death's release best song, best dude, a true artist, starman came down and made this planet more colourful and beautiful, now he went back home so much love and wisdom. rip

[@larslovgren7424]

I've loved this song since the early 70s. When he played in my hometown Malmö in Sweden July 25 1997 this was the opening song, acoustic, I was standing right up front, what a moment, loved it, and still love this song, amazing!

[@JBinOtown]

I consider this one of his best songs...top 5 even. It has a healthy Beatles PLUS Lou Reed influence but it's uniquely Bowie. Beautiful, strange & with some very big ideas swirling around behind the lyrics.

[@MrMarkybabe]

i'm not sure he wrote this song ? i'm probably wrong,had a few to many gins ! i know one song on hunky dory was,borrowed , i m prob wrong off to check cheers anyway x

[@MrMarkybabe]

sorry wrong thinking of it aint easy on ziggy stardust sorry dude x

[@jasefrazz07]

after monday's news its like i'm hearing it again thru the ears of my twelve old self all over again

[@susanpettitt713]

+Jason Sparks and me lol

[@jasefrazz07]

+Susan Pettitt all the anxiety, detachment, with only bowie as a companion who really understood how i felt.............great days!!!!

[@wpollock1]

+wee wudgie agree...it bought this album when I was 12...what a loss.

[@frippp66]

Absolutely had the same experience myself

[@frippp66]

+J.B Mac Forever definitely listening to them around the same time

[@TrueBrit1]

Quite simply a masterpiece.

[@georgekeskeny7780]

I can't listen to these songs right now, and yet I want the whole world to hear them. Peace.

[@janetmassey]

Omg tune of all tunes. Don't believe in yourself,don't deceive with belief knowledge comes with deaths release .......... bowie is awesome and writes great songs .

[@Edbup1]

David Bowie was a really genius... omg... the best one!

[@lefkytheshin]

How could you dislike this brilliant track? Honestly.

[@dennisosborne4368]

Great memories of this song and album. His singer songwriter phase after this he went in a different direction with Ziggy . Still my favourite Bowie album a work of genius , great work from a young Rick Wakeman on piano whose touch is all over the album.

[@TMmodify]

What ? Really ? I didn't know it was him !

[@nicemarmot.5353]

I don't know why there are over two minutes of silence after the song ends, but it seems fitting, now. I listened to them all.

[@mrkurt64]

+Ian Matthew I've noticed it too, but I think it's just a fault of video editing...

[@JupiterJulia]

+

[@CaptainBeefheart90]

I love this song

[@digitald00m72]

ayy

[@danceswithcritters]

Bowie was a multi-talented true genius, and deserves even greater respect .