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David Bowie was like a chameleon. He always changed his music, it always fitted the time he was in. Such a shame he isn’t with us anymore.

david bowie was like a box of chocolate, you never knew what you were gonna get

Bowie once told a story about how he had performed this song in a concert in the late 90s, and afterward, a young fan told him how cool it was that he had covered a Nirvana song. He was not pleased.

The first time Guitarist Mick Ronson appeared with Bowie on record.

As I was going up the stairs I met a man who wasn’t there He wasn’t there again today I wish I wish he’d go away

David Bowie had one of the best album runs of the 70s

Bowie....”Life on Mars” Make it so Jamel!

Recommended: Bowie ⚡ *"Life On Mars"* One of the great songs of the 20th century & a must listen. Features a young Rick Wakeman (from YES) on piano.

David Bowie was one of those that plowed through the decades. I always find it fascinating when artists can adapt to the new styles and fit right in when the change comes.

His very last two songs and videos are mindblowing masterpieces: „Blackstar“ and „Lazarus“. David Bowie left this world with a bang. What a loss to the music world.

I'm glad to have all his early records in my vinyl-collection, Bowie lived 1976-78 in my hometown Berlin, saw him two times in concert, his music was part of my youth.

Bowie was, socially, ahead of his time. Back in the early eighties he called out MTV for the lack of black artists on the channel. He had noticed that they played almost exclusively white artists. He asked in an interview why they didn’t play more videos by black artists. It changed very quickly after that.

OMG! I love you so much. This is my favorite Bowie song of all time! It was 50 years old on April 8th! Love. Love ❤

You still have gotta check out Bowie's song "I'm Afraid Of American's" with Trent Reznor From NIN

Great song by Bowie is “I’m afraid of Americans” with Trent Rezner❤️

Diamond Dogs.....is a great tune

It isn't just Nirvana who covered this song - Scottish singer Lulu did a version in 1974 which Bowie produced, played sax and did backing vocals for. Well worth a play Jamel.

“Bowie” born David Jones changed to Bowie due to Davy Jones of the Monkeys. His first wife gave inspiration for his Ziggy Stardust persona which was pivotal in his career. He was an incredible talent that changed with the times which any great long standing performer needs to do.

This song is such an interesting lamentation. Only Bowie could create this sublime instance of musical poetry. RIP Innovator

You could also check out the 1974 cover by Lulu. (Produced by Bowie and with him on Sax and backing vocals)

Love bowie..as you already know he spans decades and styles..I love ...you little wonder where he experimented with drum and bass.. Also his last album blackstar is devastatingly beautiful

Getting to know Bowie through his works and characters he created, I understood this song better.

You'll also want to watch Bowies video, Bowie was also a performance artist.

I was just now-years old when I learned this was originally by David Bowie.

Depending on which of Bowie's friends you talk to, this song is either about Bowie's brother who went insane, or it's about Syd Barrett from Pink Floyd (who also went insane).

Genius & so talented ♥️🎶🎤♥️

Best move Bowie ever made was getting Guitarist Mick Ronson Took David’s Songs to another Level with his Guitar Piano & Strings. Bowie & Ronson Perfect Together

Personally, I prefer the Bowie version, but then, I had been listening to it for something like twenty, twenty-five years before Nirvana covered it.

The different Bowie personas are part of his legend. You should know they each have their own names. It may clarify for you when you read articles about him. They tend to use the names expecting you to know them. They include; Ziggy Stardust, Alladin Sane, The Thin White Duke and for some of us, The Goblin King.

Saw Bowie in concert twice between his Ziggy Stardust and AladdInsane lps Unbelievable spectacles both times! AND, the AUDIENCES were as much a trip as the performers on stage... Good times!

You should hear his song 'Blue Jean' , in the video he's a nerdy guy w this girl on a date, and he's also the guy who's performing. // On the first notes of his song 'Modern Love' you'll hear Stevie Ray Vaughan's guitar, SRV played on Bowie's 'Let's Dance' album. Idk why the Blue Jean song doesn't get more requests, also 'Rebel Rebel'

My 7 year old grandson loves Bowie. His favorite song is Heroes. We are keeping great music alive !

my favourite version of this song is Bowie's performance on Saturday Night Live, with Klaus Nomi and Joe Arias on backing vocals: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hsqciJuWnt2meXk.html Bowie really turns the dial on his "Bowie voice" up to 11 on this one, almost as if he's doing an impression of himself

Much respect for doing the original version here. This whole album is great. It was a big stylistic change for Bowie and had a lot of harder rock tracks.

love the live performance of this song by Bowie when he was on SNL

Mick Ronson, long time member of Bowies' backing band, released an album called 'Slaughter on 10th Avenue'. Bowie contributed lyrics to several songs and one of the best tracks is 'Music Is Lethal'. Both a true statement and a great song. Would love to see your reaction...

Jamal , u definitely need to do more Bowie, like Starman, Space Oddity, then Ashes to Ashes. You wont regret it !

Within 30 seconds I broke out in goosebumps, same as I have since I first heard it when it was released. I feel privileged to not only have seen him live, but to have shared being in his time period on earth. Station to Station. Heroes, for more than just one day

Listening to this right this minuet, my skin is rippling with goose bumps! From my calves, thighs, arms - the hair is standing right up, chest, back, neck & my scalp is doing the Jitterbug...what more is there to say? I ADORE this song

Well there's a female version to this song. The artist is called Lulu. I've got her vinyl still.

Another fun cover: I'm Waiting for the Man. Original by The Velvet Underground (Lou Reed lead singer), cover by David Bowie, live in Santa Monica in 1972

David was just one hell of a talented guy. Just a one off artist you might get once every few generations

Check out Width of a Circle--possibly my favorite song from The Man Who Sold The World album!!

Holy S#!% I never knew this was a Bowie jam!!! I like his version better

Jamel, a masterpiece is, Life on Mars. Official video a must. Actually, it was the first time I saw a male artist wearing makeup

try 1974 version.sung by lulu ,with david bowie doing some of the backing vocals !

Bowie was a brilliant and strange Alien👽 who landed on Earth and stayed for a while.... ❤️

My favorite from that album is "The Width of a Circle" My recommendation for review.

Can't wait until you check out Bowie's "Aladdin Sane". It's one of his best characters. It's a perfect album. He even covers the Rolling Stones on it. The song of the same name is also crazy good.

I love both versions of this song, now don't keep us waiting for the Nirvana version. I saw that unplugged in 1994 on MTV live, it was 4 in the morning when they went live... back in the day when MTV really was about music.

2nd time round...wow I saw David Bowie sing this song in his Ziggy Stardust persona & Every ONE was standing, mouth agape listening to him ... To be there was indescribable & the presence David had on stage was much more than electrifying I shall be eternally grateful to the Fates & the Gods & Muses of music that i was so privileged To get to see him in my city here in uk I saw him again in his Thin White Duke persona & he was just a total phenomena I do so hope with all my heart that his spirit dances in the Dust of Stars somewhere in our galaxy...

Every modern preformer in a contemporary setting owes a debt to the man David Jones BOWIE !

If you like this please try to find Bowie doing this song live on SNL ca. 1979. It’s astonishing. Klaus Nomi and Joey Arias on backing vocals!!

Great double bill. I like how Mr. Cobain chose a song that wasn't a Bowie bit on the airwaves but meant something to him. That's artistry. Would love you to have listen to David's RICOCHET done 13 years later, but seems similar thematically to some degree. Thanks!

Bowie the starman is my favorite singer of all time

Love watching your reactions to all my favourite tunes! And your positive attitude, You're bringing new joy, keeping great music alive. Thanks man!

Mick Ronson on guitar and arrangement....a genius of electric guitar.

Bowie had no problem with self identification. He simply enjoyed his various alter egos and understood theatre and characteristics of our archetypes that we identify with. This whole album is mind blowing. The birth of heavy metal. Many a teenage night lost in this album back in the 80's

Other HIGHLY recommended songs you must listen to: Sound and Vision, Life on Mars, Time, Drive In Saturday, Station to Station. Bowie was always changing his musical identity. Genius.

❤️🙌🏻 R.I.P David Bowie- damn, when you think of just how many greats we’ve lost, and a lot in such a short period of time.. 😢

This makes me so happy. I listen to you at work to find my happy place and requested this song.

You should watch his film (the man who fell to earth.

I have the first verse into chorus tattoo on my right calf. Bowie was my father's favorite artist. RIP Dad....this one's for you! Love you always!

There's only one version of this song and this is it. There will never be another David Bowie.

Finally, a shout out to one of the best Rock & Roll musicians to have blessed this world!

Best concert ever Bowie 1990 Sound + Vision tour (Nassau Coliseum).

I'm glad you've returned to Bowie. There is sooo much more for you to touch on than your previous videos of his songs.

Underrated; one of Bowie's finest - and the cover by Nirvana is truly astounding

What a heartfelt tribute to Mr. Bowie, Jamel. Thank you 🙏

Thank you, for doing right by Bowie.

My favorite Bowie song. Chokes me up half the time I listen to it

Thanks for reviewing! David Bowie has left us an enormous legacy of song and styles. The tunes are so catchy.

Nice one Jamel. The Bowie rabbit hole is amazing. Thank you. 👍🎶

This is the most amazing thing in my life right now! Just when I thought that life was hopeless and played out I hear about my brother here who ain’t heard the David Bowie or Nirvana version of “The Man Who Sold The World” is musing on both for the first time like billions of us have before!?! Bless u man and Rock On!!!🤟

First time hearing how Bowie envisioned this song. Thanks for the background which gives this song another layer.

In the early 90s I went to a Bowie and Nine Inch Nails concert. Bowie started playing this song and some Jabroni behind me says loudly “he’s covering a Nirvana song!” Facepalm TBF, Nirvana’s acoustic cover of it on MTV’s “Unplugged” is fantastic.

Very cool. Thank you for the deeper message in your compare/contrast

Brilliant idea to have combined the song and its cover in this order. Well done for that.

He is doing his own back up vocals.

Way to do it right ! Thanks Jamel Always look forward to your prime time reactions .. 😎✌ till the next great performance ...

The critics loved this album. Then for years, they hated Bowie. He wasn’t always a respected. But this song is amazing. The use of synthesizers on the whole album is restrained and elegant and I love Bowie’s guitar way off on the corner of the mix.

Awesome. It's always great to hear Bowie on your channel.

I miss him. Lady Grinning Soul, Aladdin Sane, As The World Falls Down are all tunes that are hauntingly beautiful.

Man...its SO GOOD. Bowie's magic!

Hey thanks so much for this. 8 have never heard this song before. But having heard David's last release (May he try to finally rest peacefully), I think he reused the same style of vocal backing as in this.. That eerie yet wonderful feeling..... Thanks

Great voice for years different music all Time

Yes Bowie then Nirvana! Great song! There's also a version by a young lady named Jordis Unga from a reality show fifteen years ago. It was called Rock Star. They were looking to replace Michael Hutchence from INXS after his untimely death. She didn't win the show but she did go on to record & tour. Love her voice & unique style. She killed it on this song.

Everyone has a favorite Bowie album. My favorite is Hunky Dory. If you ever decide to try reacting to albums, that would be a good one to start with.

David bowie is a wordsmith ! Lovin hearing them again with you ! Ziggy stardust is waiting for you me and the world !

I also recall the version by Lulu on Top of the Pops back in the day. Pretty sure David Bowie played Saxophone and provided backing vocals on the track.

Glad you are reacting to this one of my all time all time favorites. Do width of a circle and all the mad men too !

I love how Ronsons guitar fades in on the climbing riff.

More Bowie- please!!! So many great songs to discover!

Watch Bowie's live performance of this song on Saturday Night Lice with Klaus Nomi.

Check out Bowie's "Station to Station."

Both of these are GOLDEN! 🤘🖤

A song that still haunts me with it's beauty and dreamlike journey. Brilliant x

If you ever want to flip it around and here David Bowie doing covers, he has an album called PIN UPS, where he covers several artist's, including Pink Floyd's "See Emily Play" (those two together would be a great reaction video, especially since we just did THE WALL. "See Emily Play" is 180 degree away from that!, a rare, HAPPY pop song from the Syd Barrett days, more psychedelic...)

His guitarist you’re hearing is Mick Ronson 🔥 🔥. Rest In Rock Mick😊