Zeroes
David Bowie · Never let me down
[Tonight, yes, the Zeroes will be singing for you!]
Yeah Yeah (x4)
You've arrived in the land of a thousand different names
And the fabulous sons have crashed their planes in flames
Now tomorrow's back claiming redemption is on your heels
And a toothless past is asking you how it feels
And me my little red Corvette has driven by
My fair weather heart has fallen in
My rainy day girl is feeling down
And she tells me that the world is spinning round
I say the dream was all for you
You're nobody else
Tonight the Zeroes were singing for you
Yeah Yeah
Yeah
Hi, can I walk you home again today
Gotta get forgive and forget hey-hey
Something good is happening I don't know what it is
Don't you know we're back on trial again today
And it's breaking wine for you
Hell it's only 'cause you're true
Someone outtimed my heart
Stopping and preaching and letting love in
You are my moon, you are my sun
Heaven knows what you are
Tonight the Zeroes are singing for you
Yes they were
Tonight the Zeroes were singing for you
Tonight the Zeroes were singing for you
Doesn't matter what you try to do
Doesn't matter what you try to do
Doesn't matter where you try to go
Doesn't matter who we really are
Doesn't matter (repeat ad lib)
Doesn't matter, doesn't matter
Zeroes
Zeroes stands as a defining track from David Bowie's 1987 album Never Let Me Down, capturing the artist's experimental phase during the late 1980s. The song reflects the pop-rock and dance-oriented sound that characterized this period of his career, showcasing his willingness to embrace bold, synthesized arrangements. As part of a diverse discography that spans decades of innovation, the recording highlights Bowie's ability to merge theatrical flair with accessible melodies. While the album received mixed reactions upon release, Zeroes remains a notable song in his extensive catalogue, demonstrating his continued evolution as a performer. The track contributes to the broader understanding of Bowie's stylistic shifts, offering listeners a glimpse into a specific moment of creative exploration within his long and influential musical journey.