Where Are We Now?
David Bowie
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Had to get the train From Potsdamer Platz You never knew that That I could do that Just walking the dead Sitting in the Dschungel On Nürnberger Straße A man lost in time Near KaDeWe Just walking the dead Where are we now? Where are we now? The moment you know You know, you know Twenty thousand people Cross Bösebrücke Fingers are crossed Just in case Walking the dead Where are we now? Where are we now? The moment you know You know, you know As long as there's sun As long as there's sun As long as there's rain As long as there's rain As long as there's fire As long as there's fire As long as there's me As long as there's you
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15 facts about this song
Recording"Where Are We Now?" was recorded in secret, and it was the first single David Bowie released in ten years.
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ReleaseThe song was released on Bowie's 66th birthday, January 8, 2013, without any prior advertisement or promotion.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song refer heavily to Bowie's time in Berlin during the 1970s, with references to the city's main arteries and landmarks such as Potsdamer Platz and the Dschungel nightclub.
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Commercial SuccessDespite its surprise release, the song achieved commercial success by reaching the top 10 charts in several countries, including the UK where it peaked at number 6.
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AlbumThe song is the first track of David Bowie's 24th studio album, "The Next Day."
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Critical AcclaimBowie's surprise return was widely praised by critics, with "Where Are We Now?" receiving nominations for British Single of the year at the 2014 Brit Awards.
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Music VideoThe video for "Where Are We Now?" directed by multimedia artist Tony Oursler, features a half-Bowie, half-puppet figure superimposed with black-and-white footage of the city of Berlin.
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NostalgiaThe song is considered one of Bowie's most poignant and nostalgic, reflecting on his time spent in Berlin battling addiction and creating some of his most influential work.
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Artistry"Where Are We Now?" is known for its melancholic tone and introspective lyrics, a departure from Bowie's usual experimental style, showing his ability to surprise and intrigue listeners.
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ImpactThe song's release intrigued and excited fans, sparking speculation about whether Bowie would tour again. He did not, but his return catapulted him back into the public eye after years away from the music scene.
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Producers"Where Are We Now?" was produced by Tony Visconti, a longtime collaborator with Bowie, who also produced many of his albums in the 1970s including Young Americans, Heroes, and Scary Monsters.
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PerformanceAlthough David Bowie did not perform live to support the release of "Where Are We Now?" or his album "The Next Day," the song was covered by many artists and fans, highlighting its impact and resonance.
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GenreThe song is considered an Art Rock song, a genre that Bowie was closely associated with during his career.
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Duration"Where Are We Now?" has a duration of 4 minutes and 8 seconds, making it one of the longer songs on the album "The Next Day."
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Chart PerformanceIn addition to its UK success, "Where Are We Now?" also reached the top 20 in Australia, Belgium, France, Ireland, and New Zealand.
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