Diamond Dogs
David Bowie
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This ain't rock'n'roll, this is genocide As they pulled you out of the oxygen tent You asked for the latest party With your silicone hump and your ten inch stump Dressed like a priest you was Todd Browning's freak you was Crawling down the alley on your hands and knee I'm sure you're not protected, for it's plain to see The diamond dogs are poachers and they hide behind trees Hunt you to the ground they will, mannequins with kill appeal (Will they come?) I'll keep a friend serene (Will they come?) Oh baby, come unto me (Will they come?) Well, she's come, been and gone Come out of the garden, baby You'll catch your death in the fog Young girl, they call them the Diamond Dogs Young girl, they call them the Diamond Dogs The Halloween Jack is a real cool cat And he lives on top of Manhattan Chase The elevator's broke, so he slides down a rope Onto the street below, oh Tarzie, go man go Meet his little hussy with his ghost town approach Her face is sans feature, but she wears a Dali brooch Sweetly reminiscent, something mother used to bake Wrecked up and paralyzed, Diamond Dogs are stabilized (Will they come?) I'll keep a friend serene (Will they come?) Oh baby, come unto me (Will they come?) Well, she's come, been and gone Come out of the garden, baby You'll catch your death in the fog Young girl, they call them the Diamond Dogs Young girl, they call them the Diamond Dogs Oo-oo-ooh, call them the Diamond Dogs Oo-oo-ooh, call them the Diamond Dogs In the year of the scavenger, the season of the bitch Sashay on the boardwalk, scurry to the ditch Just another future song, lonely little kitsch (There's gonna be sorrow) try and wake up tomorrow (Will they come?) I'll keep a friend serene (Will they come?) Oh baby, come unto me (Will they come?) Well, she's come, been and gone Come out of the garden, baby You'll catch your death in the fog Young girl, they call them the Diamond Dogs Young girl, they call them the Diamond Dogs Oo-oo-ooh, call them the Diamond Dogs Oo-oo-ooh, call them the Diamond Dogs Bow-wow, woof woof, bow-wow, wow Call them the Diamond Dogs Dogs Call them the Diamond Dogs, call them, call them Call them the Diamond Dogs, call them, call them, ooo Call them the Diamond Dogs Keep cool Diamond Dogs rule, ok Hey-hey-hey-hey Beware of the Diamond Dogs Beware of the Diamond Dogs Beware of the Diamond Dogs
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Written by: DAVID BOWIE
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12 facts about this song
Production Background"Diamond Dogs" was produced by David Bowie himself, showcasing his talent not only as a singer but also as a music producer.
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Concept AlbumThe song is the titular track of David Bowie's 1974 album "Diamond Dogs," which is a concept album loosely based on George Orwell's novel "1984."
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Influence“Diamond Dogs” was heavily influenced by Bowie's immersion in the New York scene and his fascination with the urban decay and gang culture he observed.
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TransitionThis song marked a transition in Bowie's musical style from glam rock, seen in his previous albums, toward a more soulful and jazz-oriented approach in his future works.
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ArtworkThe original cover art of the "Diamond Dogs" album features Bowie as a striking half-man, half-dog creature, symbolizing the theme of metamorphosis.
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Lyrical ThemeThe lyrics revolve around a post-apocalyptic urban world and reflect Bowie's perceptions of a collapsing society.
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Chart Performance"Diamond Dogs" achieved significant success upon its release, reaching No. 1 in the UK album charts.
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Guitar PerformanceThe guitar part in the song is performed by David Bowie himself, demonstrating his versatility as a musician.
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Influence on Popular CultureReferences to the song appear broadly within pop culture, including music, movies, and even video games.
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Critical ReceptionAlthough it got mixed reviews from critics upon its release, "Diamond Dogs" is now considered one of the greatest albums by David Bowie and a significant work in rock music history. It is often mentioned in conversations about dystopian cultural works.
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Tragic EventThe release of "Diamond Dogs" was melancholically followed by the death of the artist in January 2016, making it one of the last major works released during Bowie's lifetime.
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Music VideoNo official music video was created for the song or for any track from the album. This decision deviated from Bowie’s usual tendency to use visual components in his work, contributing to the song’s mysterious intrigue.
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