Composer

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David Bowie

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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4:09

"Life on Mars?" is a song by David Bowie, released in 1971 as a single and later included on his album "Hunky Dory". The song was composed by Bowie himself and produced by Ken Scott. It premiered on the BBC television program "Top of the Pops" on July 8, 1971. The song is divided into two distinct movements. The first movement is a slow, melancholic ballad, featuring Bowie's vocals accompanied by a piano and strings. The lyrics describe a young girl's disillusionment with the world around her, as she longs for escape to a better place. The second movement is a more upbeat, rock-oriented section, featuring a guitar solo and a driving rhythm section. The lyrics shift to a more surreal, fantastical tone, as Bowie imagines a world where there is life on Mars. The song is characterized by its complex, multi-layered arrangement, featuring a wide range of instruments and textures. The use of strings and piano in the first movement creates a sense of melancholy and longing, while the rock-oriented second movement provides a sense of energy and excitement. Bowie's vocals are also a key element of the song, with his distinctive voice conveying both the sadness and the wonder of the lyrics. "Life on Mars?" has become one of Bowie's most iconic songs, and is widely regarded as a classic of the glam rock era. Its themes of escapism and disillusionment continue to resonate with audiences today, and the song has been covered by numerous artists over the years.

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