The Heart's Filthy Lesson
David Bowie · Other Songs - David Bowie
there's always a diamond friendly
sitting in the laugh's hotel
the hearts filthy lesson
with her hundred miles to hell
oh ramona
if there was only something between us
if there was only something between us (only something)
other than our clothes
something in our sky
something in our sky
something in our blood
something in our sky
paddy?
paddy?
who's been wearing miranda's clothes?
it's the hearts filthy lesson
hearts filthy lesson
hearts filthy lesson
falls upon deaf ears
(hearts filthy lesson)
it's the hearts filthy lesson
hearts filthy lesson
hearts filthy lesson
falls upon deaf ears
falls upon deaf years
oh ramona
if there was only some kind of future
oh ramona
if there was only some kind of future
and these cerulean skies
something in our skies
something in our skies
something in our blood
something in our sky
paddy?
paddy?
(uhh)
paddy will you carry me
i think i've lost my way
(hearts filthy lesson
hearts filthy lesson)
i'm already five years older
i'm already in my grave
i'm already
i'm already
i'm already
will you carry me?
oh paddy i think i've lost my way
paddy?
what a fantastic death abyss
paddy?
what a fantastic death abyss
(Hearts filthy lesson)
it's the Hearts Filthy Lesson
tell the others
(Hearts filthy lesson)
it's the Hearts Filthy Lesson
what a fantastic death abyss
tell the others
(Hearts filthy lesson)
it's the Hearts Filthy Lesson
paddy, what a fantasic death abyss
(Hearts filthy lesson)
it's the Hearts Filthy Lesson
tell the others
The Heart's Filthy Lesson
Released in 1973, 'The Heart's Filthy Lesson' stands as a pivotal track in David Bowie's evolution toward the glam rock era. The song features a distinctive, repetitive guitar riff that drives its hypnotic rhythm, marking a departure from the psychedelic sound of his earlier work. Lyrically, it explores themes of emotional vulnerability and the complexities of love, reflecting Bowie's increasing focus on personal introspection during this period. As a key component of his discography from the early 1970s, the recording showcases his signature theatricality and vocal range, cementing his status as a genre-defining artist. The track remains a staple of his catalog, often cited for its unique blend of rock energy and emotional depth that influenced countless subsequent musicians.