David Bowie

Released: October 19, 1973

Songwriter: John D. Loudermilk

Producer: David Bowie Ken Scott

[Verse 1]
I'm on my own, nowhere to roam
I tell you, baby, don't want no home
I wander 'round, feet off the ground
I even go from town to town
I said I think this rock is grand
Say I'll be your man

[Chorus]
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down

[Chorus]
I met this chick the other day
And then to me, she said she'll stay
I get this pad, just like a cave
And then we'll have our live-in maid
And then I'll lead her on the ground
My head is spinning round

[Chorus]
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down

[Verse 3]
I, I, I, I, I need a lover who's someone new
And then to her, I will be true
I'll buy her furs and pretty things
I will even buy a wedding ring
But until then I'll settle down
Say I'll be your man

[Chorus]
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down

[Outro]
But until then I'll settle down
Say I'll be your man
Don't bring me down, don't bring me down
Don't bring me down

David Bowie (1947 – 2016) was a British musician, and one of the most iconic rock stars with a widely diverse career where he frequently changed his appearance and musical style, resulting in an acclaimed discography comparable to other stalwarts such as The Beatles and Bob Dylan. Born David Robert Jones, Bowie quickly renamed himself to prevent confusion with The Monkees singer Davy Jones. Enduring many early missteps, he rose to prominence when his most famous song, “Space Oddity,” was played during the coverage of the Apollo 11 moon landing.

Despite this early breakthrough, Bowie remained a cult figure for several years. Even the release of Hunky Dory, his first great album, went largely unnoticed. Bowie only lodged himself firmly in the public consciousness when he announced his bisexuality and created Ziggy Stardust in early 1972. A Martian who combined the debauchery of Iggy Pop with the artistry of Lou Reed, Ziggy was the main character in Bowie’s breakthrough album, and his public persona for eighteen months.

Bowie used his new-found popularity to move to America, and dabble with new musical directions and cocaine. Diamond Dogs and Young Americans continue to divide critics, but Station To Station found Bowie at a new creative peak, despite escalating drug use and related health issues.

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