Real Cool World

David Bowie

About Real Cool World

"Real Cool World" is a song from the soundtrack of the film Cool World, performed by David Bowie. Released on 10 August 1992, it represented his first new solo material since Tin Machine dissolved. The track marked a reunion with Let's Dance producer Nile Rodgers, with whom Bowie began working in the summer of 1992. The bulk of the tracks resulting from their collaboration were released on Bowie's 1993 album Black Tie White Noise. ("Real Cool World" was included as a bonus track on some reissues of Black Tie White Noise). "Real Cool World" was issued in a variety of mixes, and paired with a video of clips from Cool World, but was overall a rather low-key release, resulting in a UK chart showing of No. 53. In March 2010, a digital download version of the single was announced for release in June 2010. 


Year:
1993
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So far this love is delightful
The face of seduction was you
But I listened for each and every footstep
In this Real Cool World
Questioning saint like and fantastic heroes
Feeling like lost little children in fabled lands
So I listen for each and every friendship
In this Real Cool World
Now there is you
In my Real Cool World
Starry-eyed life but somehow believing in nothing
You whisper sweet nothing but reading between your lines
I listen, color me doubtful
In this Real Cool World
Now there is you
In my Real Cool World
Mmm
Now there is you
In my Real Cool World
You came from nowhere
You came from nowhere
You held me you shook me
Hey
It's a Cool World
It's a Cool World
It's a Real Cool World
It's a Real Cool World
It's a Real Cool World
It's a Real Cool World
Now there is you
In my Real Cool World
Now there is you
In my Real Cool World
Now there is you
In my Real Cool World
Real Cool World

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David Bowie

David Robert Jones (8 January 1947 - 10 January 2016), known by his stage name David Bowie ( /ˈboʊ.i/ BOH-ee), was an English musician, actor, record producer and arranger. A major figure for over four decades in the world of popular music, Bowie is widely regarded as an innovator, particularly for his work in the 1970s. He is known for his distinctive voice as well as the intellectual depth and considerable eclecticism of his work. more »

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10 facts about this song

Release Year
"Real Cool World" by David Bowie was released in the year 1992 under the Warner Bros. Records label.
Movie Soundtrack
The song was originally penned for the soundtrack of the animated/live-action hybrid film "Cool World" by Ralph Bakshi.
Chart Performance
In spite of its unique sound blending rock, electronica, and new wave elements, "Real Cool World" did not achieve significant chart success, peaking only at number 53 on the UK Singles Chart.
First Dance Music Attempt
This song is considered Bowie's first attempt at making dance music, around the time he got interested in the club scene.
Music Video
The accompanying music video for "Real Cool World" features a blend of animation and live-action footage, similar to the film it was written for.
Song Production
The song was produced by Nile Rodgers, who had previously worked with Bowie on his successful 1983 album, 'Let's Dance."
Reissues
"Real Cool World" was later featured as a B-side on the 1993 single "Jump They Say," and was also included in the 2003 reissue of Bowie's "Black Tie White Noise" album.
Non-Album Release
Remarkably, "Real Cool World" was not included in any of Bowie's original studio albums upon release.
Dance Remixes
The song was also released with multiple dance remixes, further highlighting Bowie's exploration of the genre.
Theming
The lyrics of the song reflect the blurred lines between reality and fantasy, fitting with the thematic elements of the "Cool World" film.

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