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"Sorrow" is a song first recorded by the McCoys in 1965 and released as the B-side to their cover of "Fever". It became a big hit in the United Kingdom in a version by the Merseys, reaching number 4 on the UK chart on 28 April 1966. A version by David Bowie charted worldwide in 1973. A line from the song – "With your long blonde hair and your eyes of blue" – is used in the Beatles song "It's All Too Much" which was featured on their 1969 album Yellow Submarine.


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1993
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David Bowie was an iconic British singer, songwriter, and actor, known for his eclectic music style and flamboyant stage presence. His career spanned over five decades, during which he became one of the most influential and innovative figures in popular music. Bowie is often celebrated for his ability to constantly reinvent himself, with his alter ego "Ziggy Stardust" being one of his most famous personas. more »

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Genre Classification
"Sorrow" by David Bowie is classified under the genre of Pop Rock and Art Rock.
Album Inclusion
The song "Sorrow" is part of David Bowie’s seventh studio album "Pin Ups," released in 1973.
Cover Version
The song "Sorrow" is not an original David Bowie composition; it is a cover. The original version was performed by the McCoys in 1965 and later covered by The Merseys in 1966.
Chart Ranking
Upon release, "Sorrow" became a huge hit in the UK, peaking at number 3 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Video
The song had a special promotional film shot for it during the performance of "1980 Floor Show" on "The Midnight Special," an American musical variety series.
Distinctive Feature
The distinctive saxophone line of the song was played by Bobby Keys, the longtime saxophonist for the Rolling Stones.
Critical Reception
While "Sorrow" did well commercially, it received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised Bowie's unique delivery and Keys' saxophone line, while others criticized it for not adding much to the original version.
Reiteration
"Sorrow" was once again reissued in 1983 by RCA Records during the period of Bowie’s "Serious Moonlight" tour.
Live Performances
Despite its success, "Sorrow" was rarely performed live by David Bowie. It was performed during his 1983 tour but not much after that.
Dedication
In 2016, the song was covered by Polish singer Ania Dabrowska, dedicated to the memory of the late David Bowie.

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