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Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Curious Fame


Released in June 1975 (U.S.) & July 1975 (UK)
Second single from David Bowie's 1975 album, Young Americans

Genres considered - Funk, Funk rock, Soul

Meaning behind "Fame" - Bowie's "dissatisfaction with the troubles of fame and stardom" 

Success -
No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100 
No. 1 on Canadian Singles Chart
No. 17 on UK Singles Chart
No. 8 on Billboard Year End Hot 100

Honors -
Included in The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll

Certified Gold in Canada and the U.S.

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