Fashion
David Bowie
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There's a brand new dance but I don't know its name That people from bad homes do again and again It's big and it's bland full of tension and fear They do it over there but we don't do it here Fashion! Turn to the left Fashion! Turn to the right Oooh, fashion! We are the goon squad and we're coming to town Beep-beep Beep-beep Listen to me - don't listen to me Talk to me - don't talk to me Dance with me - don't dance with me, no Beep-beep There's a brand new talk, but it's not very clear Oh bop That people from good homes are talking this year Oh bop, fashion It's loud and tasteless and I've heard it before Oh bop You shout it while you're dancing on the ole dance floor Oh bop, fashion Fashion! Turn to the left Fashion! Right Fashion! We are the goon squad and we're coming to town Beep-beep Beep-beep Listen to me - don't listen to me Talk to me - don't talk to me Dance with me - don't dance with me, no Beep-beep Beep-beep Listen to me - don't listen to me Talk to me - don't talk to me Dance with me - don't dance with me, no Beep-beep Beep-beep Oh, bop, do do do do do do do do Fa-fa-fa-fa-fashion Oh, bop, do do do do do do do do Fa-fa-fa-fa-fashion La-la la la la la la-la
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13 facts about this song
Genre"Fashion" is a unique blend of genres, mainly categorized as new wave and post-disco. It showcases David Bowie's evolving style as an artist.
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Release DateThe song was released on October 24, 1980. It served as the second single from his album "Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps)".
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video was directed by British director David Mallet. It featured a diverse cast that included Bowie's long-time collaborators guitarist Carlos Alomar and singer Gail Ann Dorsey.
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Notable Distinction"Fashion" was one of the songs that demonstrated Bowie's early adoption of the emerging 'new romantic' movement.
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Chart PerformanceUpon release, "Fashion" reached number five on the UK Singles Chart and peaked at number 70 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised "Fashion" as a successful blend of disco and new wave, with Bowie's satirical lyrics adding depth to the track.
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MeaningThe song lyrics and video both serve to critique and explore the superficiality and transience of new trends and fashions.
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Signature CallOne of the most significant features of the song is the 'beep-beep' which was later recognized as a kiss-off to his past.
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CollaboratorsThe song's creation involved collaboration from several key artists including guitarist Robert Fripp and drummer Dennis Davis.
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Cultural ImpactOver time, "Fashion" has become a cultural staple. It's often played at fashion shows and events, underlining the enduring relevance of Bowie's commentary on the industry.
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Live PerformancesBowie performed "Fashion" live on a number of his tours, including his "Serious Moonlight Tour" and "Reality Tour".
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered the song over the years, including Japanese electronic band Polysics and English rock band The Struts.
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LegacyThough not initially one of Bowie's biggest hits, "Fashion" has grown in significance over the years. Its distinct sound and satirical lyrics encapsulate a unique era in both his career and the music industry at large.
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