I Want My Baby Back

David Bowie · Early On (1964-66)

I'm working day and night to find me my passage to write
I'm gonna get the next train, going to be right by her side
Ooh-ah Kitty, just you see
Don't put the blame on me, oh no

I want my baby back, oh no
I want my baby back

I tried to phone her, but the cable was broke by a storm
Now I won't see her till tomorrow, when night meets the dawn
Ooh-ah Kitty, just you see
Don't put the blame on me, oh no

I want my baby back, oh no
I want my baby back

I'll buy her anything
A big fat car, a diamond ring
If she will be my girl
I want her back, I need you girl

I'm working day and night to find me my passage to write
I'm gonna get the next train, going to be right by her side
Ooh-ah Kitty, just you see
Don't put the blame on me, oh no

I want my baby back, oh no
I want my baby back, oh no

I Want My Baby Back

David Bowie's 'I Want My Baby Back' stands as a poignant early example of his evolving songwriting, recorded during the transitional period between his debut album and the release of 'The Man Who Sold the World.' The track captures the raw vulnerability and lyrical depth characteristic of Bowie's work in the mid-1960s, reflecting themes of longing and personal loss before his signature theatrical style fully emerged. As part of the 'Early On' collection, the recording showcases his ability to blend folk influences with emerging rock sensibilities, establishing a foundation for his later iconic status. The song remains a significant piece in his discography, illustrating the artistic growth that would define his career across genres and decades.