All the Young Dudes

Mott the Hoople

About All the Young Dudes

"All the Young Dudes" is a song written by English musician David Bowie, originally recorded and released as a single by Mott the Hoople in 1972. In 2004, Rolling Stone rated "All the Young Dudes" No. 253 in its list of The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time and on its 2010 update was ranked at number 256. It is also one of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll.


Year:
2004
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Well, Billy rapped all night about his suicide
How he'd kick it in the head when he was twenty-five
Speed jive, don't want to stay alive
When you're twenty-five
And Wendy's stealing clothes from Marks & Sparks
And Freddy's got spots from ripping off the stars from his face
Funky little boat race
Television man is crazy saying we're juvenile delinquent wrecks
Oh, man, I need TV when I've got T.Rex
Oh brother, you guessed
I'm a dude, dad

All the young dudes (hey dudes!)
Carry the news (where are you?)
Boogaloo dudes (stand up, come on)
Carry the news
All the young dudes (I want to hear you)
Carry the news (I want to see you)
Boogaloo dudes (I want to talk to you, all of you)
Carry the news (now)

Lucy looks sweet 'cause he dresses like a queen
But he can kick like a mule, it's a real mean team
But we can love
Oh yes, we can love
And my brother's back at home with his Beatles and his Stones
We never got it off on that revolution stuff
What a drag, too many snags
Now I've drunk a lot of wine and I'm feeling fine
Got to race some cat to bed
Oh, is that concrete all around
Or is it in my head?
Yeah
I'm a dude, dad

All the young dudes (hey dudes)
Carry the news (where are you?)
Boogaloo dudes (stand up)
Carry the news
All the young dudes (I want to hear you)
Carry the news (I want to see you)
Boogaloo dudes (I want to relate to you)
Carry the news
All the young dudes (what dudes?)
Carry the news (let's hear the news, come on)
Boogaloo dudes (I want to kick you)
Carry the news

(Hey, you there)
All the young dudes
(With the glasses)
Carry the news (I want you)
Boogaloo dudes (I want you in the front)
Carry the news (now)
(Now, you're his friends)
All the young dudes (now you bring him down)
('Cause I want him)
Carry the news
Boogaloo dudes (I want him right here)
(Bring him, come on)
Carry the news (bring him)
(Here you go)
All the young dudes
(I've wanted to do this for years)
Carry the news
(There you go!)
Boogaloo dudes
(How'd it feel?)
Carry the news

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Mott the Hoople

Mott the Hoople were a British rock band with strong R&B roots, popular in the glam rock era of the early to mid 1970s. They are popularly known for the song "All the Young Dudes", written for them by David Bowie and appearing on their 1972 album of the same name. more »

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Written by: David Bowie

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"All the Young Dudes" was written by legendary British singer-songwriter David Bowie, but it was first recorded and released by the English rock band Mott the Hoople.
Song Release
The song was released on July 28, 1972, as a single and later included in the band's eponymous album, "All the Young Dudes".
Chart Performance
It achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number three in the UK Singles Chart and number 37 in the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.
Song's Lifeline
Originally, "Mott the Hoople" was considering to split up due to a lack of commercial success, but Bowie, who was a fan of the group, offered to write a song for them to help save their career.
Bowie's Version
Despite giving the song to Mott the Hoople, Bowie recorded his own version of "All the Young Dudes" during the sessions for his 1973 album "Aladdin Sane". This version was not officially released until it appeared on a compilation album in 1995.
Cultural Impact
The song has been praised as one of the definitive glam rock anthems of the 1970s, capturing the spirit of the era.
Popular Covers
"All the Young Dudes" has been covered by a range of artists, including Bruce Dickinson, The Clash, and Ozzy Osbourne.
Recognition
NME listed 'All The Young Dudes' as one of the top 100 singles of all time.
LGBT Connection
Bowie, who openly identified himself as bisexual in the 70s, said the song was a sort of "coming out" for young bisexual and gay people.
Inclusion in Films
The song has been used in several films and television shows, including the British comedy-drama "Ashes to Ashes" and the American romantic drama "Juno".

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