Reality
David Bowie · Other Songs - David Bowie
- Lyrics and music by David Bowie
Tragic youth was looking young and sexy
The tragic youth was wearing tattered black jeans
Bearing arms and flooring all her mischief
The tragic youth was growing down on me
And I swear
Hoo, hoo
Yes, I swear
I feel the wall of silence separate us
I hear the morning junk, her wretched highs
I spin from Planet X to Planet Alpha
Struggling for reality
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha
Woo, hoo
Ha, ha, ha, ha
Woo hoo
Hey, now my sight is failing in this twilight
Duh duh duh duh duh-duh duh-duh-duh
Now my death is more than just a sad song
Da duh duh duh duh-duh duh-duh-duh
And I swear
Hoo, hoo
Yes, I swear
Hoo, hoo
I still don't remember how this happened
I still don't get the 'wherefores' and the 'whys'
I look for scent and I get next to nothing
Hey, boy, welcome to reality
Ha, ha, ha, ha
Woo, hoo
I've been right, but I've been wrong
Now I'm back where I started from
Never looked over reality's shoulder
Ha, ha, ha, ha
Huh, ha, ha, ha
Woo, hoo
Huh, ha, ha
Woo, hoo
Wooh
Reality - David Bowie
David Bowie's 'Reality' stands as a pivotal moment in his evolution from glam rock to art rock, marking a significant shift in his musical direction. Released as part of his broader discography, the track exemplifies his ability to blend theatrical performance with complex sonic textures. The song reflects Bowie's ongoing experimentation with themes of identity and perception, characteristics that would define his later work. It serves as a testament to his versatility as a songwriter and performer, capturing the essence of his unique style during a transformative period in his career. The recording showcases his signature vocal delivery and innovative use of instrumentation, cementing his status as a genre-defining figure in rock history.