Kooks
David Bowie
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[CHORUS (x2)] Will you stay in our lovers' story If you stay you won't be sorry 'Cause we believe in you Soon you'll grow so take a chance With a couple of Kooks Hung up on romancing We bought a lot of things To keep you warm and dry And a funny old crib on which the paint won't dry I bought you a pair of shoes A trumpet you can blow And a book of rules On what to say to people When they pick on you 'Cause if you stay with us you're gonna be pretty Kookie too [CHORUS] And if you ever have to go to school Remember how they messed up This old fool Don't pick fights with the bullies Or the cads 'Cause I'm not much cop at punching other people's Dads And if the homework brings you down Then we'll throw it on the fire And take the car downtown [CHORUS (repeat ad inf.)]
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Written by: David Bowie
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, TINTORETTO MUSIC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Creation"Kooks" is a song composed and performed by British musician David Bowie, and it was included in his 1971 album “Hunky Dory.”
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InspirationThe song was written by Bowie as a lullaby for his newborn son Duncan Jones. The title itself reflects the affectionate nickname that he had given to his baby - "Little kook."
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Musical StyleThe musical style of "Kooks" is considered an amalgamation of folk, pop, and rock, defining early 70's soft rock sound.
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LyricsThe lyrics are a loving, encouraging message from a parent, urging the child to be true to himself. The song expresses the unconventional upbringing that Bowie plans to give his son, taking him to circuses and museums, and encouraging him to question things.
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Historical AspectThe song was recorded just days after Duncan's birth, making it a significant historical document of David Bowie's personal life.
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Celebration of Individualism"Kooks" echoes a common theme seen throughout Bowie's work: the celebration of individualism and the embrace of being different, or a "kook."
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ReceptionThe song was never released as a single, yet it has been warmly received by fans and music critics alike, who praised its sweet, heartfelt vocals and creative lyrics.
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Cover versionsNumerous artists have covered "Kooks", including Brett Smiley, Danny Michel, and Ingrid Michaelson.
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Live PerformancesNotably, Bowie never performed "Kooks" live, although it remains a fan favorite.
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LegacyAt Bowie's death in 2016, "Kooks" was one of the songs that fans and journalists singled out, reflecting on its personal lyrics and celebrating its message of unconditional love and acceptance.
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