I Can't Read
David Bowie, Tin Machine
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I can't read and I can't write down I don't know a book from countdown I don't care which shadow gets me All I've got is someone's face Money goes to money heaven Bodies go to body hell I just cough and catch the chase Switch the channel, watch the police car I can't read shit anymore I just sit back and ignore 'Cause I just can't get it right, can't get it right I can't read shit, I can't read shit When you see a famous smile No matter where you run your mile To be right in that photograph Andy where's my fifteen minutes, fifteen, yeah I can't read shit anymore I just can't read shit anymore No matter I just can't get it right I can't read shit, I can't read shit, no, no
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Written by: David Bowie, Reeves Gabrels
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10 facts about this song
Band Creation"I Can't Read" is a song by the rock band Tin Machine, where David Bowie was a member. The band was formed in 1988 and was active until 1992.
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Song ReleaseThe song was first released in 1989 on the band's debut self-titled album "Tin Machine".
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David Bowie's RoleWithin the band, David Bowie played the role of the lead vocalist and also contributed to the songwriting. "I Can't Read" was primarily penned by David Bowie alongside his bandmate, Reeves Gabrels.
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Song MeaningAlthough the song's lyrics do not display a precise narrative, they convey a strong feel of personal and emotional disconnection. Bowie stated in an interview that the song was about his feelings on leaving Los Angeles after years of substance abuse.
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Uncomfortable Memories"I Can't Read" was reportedly one of the last songs Bowie performed live because it brought back uncomfortable memories for him.
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Song Remake"I Can't Read" was remade by Bowie in 1997 for his album "Ice Storm" with a slower tempo and alternative lyrics. However, this version was not released until the album "earthling" in 1997.
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Bowie's PerspectiveBowie once disclosed that "I Can't Read" is one of the few songs that he was genuinely delighted with, from both his time in Tin Machine, as well as his solo career.
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Music VideoThere is a music video for the song "I Can't Read". The black and white video, released in 1989, mainly features close-up shots of David Bowie singing and shows the band performing the song in a cavernous industrial setting.
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CameosThe 1997 version's music video of "I Can't Read" has brief clips from the movie "The Ice Storm" as it was part of the film's soundtrack.
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PopularityThough Tin Machine was not as well-received as Bowie's solo work, "I Can't Read" was noted as a standout track and has retained popularity among Bowie fans.
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