Heathen (The Rays)
David Bowie · A Reality Tour [2010]
Steel on the skyline
Sky made of glass
Made for a real world
All things must pass
Oo-o
Waiting for something
Looking for someone
Is there no reason?
Have I stared too long?
Oo-o, Oo-o
You say you'll leave me
And when the sun is low
And the rays high
I can see it now
I can feel it die
Oo-o, Oo-o
Sky made of glass
Made for a real world
All things must pass
Oo-o
Waiting for something
Looking for someone
Is there no reason?
Have I stared too long?
Oo-o, Oo-o
You say you'll leave me
And when the sun is low
And the rays high
I can see it now
I can feel it die
Oo-o, Oo-o
Heathen (The Rays)
David Bowie's 'Heathen (The Rays)' serves as a dynamic closing track on his 2010 live album, A Reality Tour [2010]. Recorded during his final tour, the song showcases his enduring ability to blend theatrical performance with rock energy. The track features a driving rhythm and vocal delivery that reflects the intensity of his later stage productions. While the specific arrangement may vary from his studio recordings, the performance captures the essence of Bowie's live persona, maintaining the momentum established in earlier works like Heroes and Space Oddity. It stands as a testament to his continued relevance and skill as a performer well into his later career.