Bowie developed an interest in music from an early age. He studied art, music and design before embarking on a professional career as a musician in 1963. "Space Oddity", released in 1969, was his first top-five entry on the UK Singles Chart. After a period of experimentation, he re-emerged in 1972 during the glam rock era with his flamboyant and androgynous alter ego Ziggy Stardust. The character was spearheaded by the success of Bowie's single "Starman" and album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, which won him widespread popularity. In 1975, Bowie's style shifted towards a sound he characterised as "plastic soul", initially alienating many of his UK fans but garnering him his first major US crossover success with the number-one single "Fame" and the album Young Americans. In 1976, Bowie starred in the cult film The Man Who Fell to Earth and released Station to Station. In 1977, he again changed direction with the electronic-inflected album Low, the first of three collaborations with Brian Eno that came to be known as the "Berlin Trilogy". "Heroes" (1977) and Lodger (1979) followed; each album reached the UK top five and received lasting critical praise.
After uneven commercial success in the late 1970s, Bowie had three number-one hits: the 1980 single "Ashes to Ashes", its album Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps), and "Under Pressure" (a 1981 collaboration with Queen). He achieved massive commercial success in the 1980s starting with Let's Dance (1983). Between 1988 and 1992, he fronted the hard rock band Tin Machine before resuming his solo career in 1993. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, Bowie continued to experiment with musical styles, including industrial and jungle. He also continued acting; his roles included Major Jack Celliers in Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence (1983), Jareth the Goblin King in Labyrinth (1986), Pontius Pilate in The Last Temptation of Christ (1988), and Nikola Tesla in The Prestige (2006), among other film and television appearances and cameos. He stopped touring after 2004 and his last live performance was at a charity event in 2006. In 2013, Bowie returned from a decade-long recording hiatus with The Next Day. He remained musically active until his death from liver cancer at his home in New York City. He died two days after both his 69th birthday and the release of his final album, Blackstar (2016).
During his lifetime, his record sales, estimated at over 100 million records worldwide, made him one of the best-selling musicians of all time. In the UK, he was awarded ten platinum, eleven gold and eight silver album certifications, and released 11 number-one albums. In the US, he received five platinum and nine gold certifications. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996. Rolling Stone ranked him among the greatest artists in history. As of 2022, Bowie was the best-selling vinyl artist of the 21st century.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Bowie
Studio albums
David Bowie (1967)
David Bowie/Space Oddity (1969)
The Man Who Sold the World (1970)
Hunky Dory (1971)
The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars (1972)
Aladdin Sane (1973)
Pin Ups (1973)
Diamond Dogs (1974)
Young Americans (1975)
Station to Station (1976)
Low (1977)
"Heroes" (1977)
Lodger (1979)
Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps) (1980)
Let's Dance (1983)
Tonight (1984)
Never Let Me Down (1987)
Black Tie White Noise (1993)
The Buddha of Suburbia (1993)
Outside (1995)
Earthling (1997)
Hours (1999)
Heathen (2002)
Reality (2003)
The Next Day (2013)
Blackstar (2016)
Anyway anyhow anywhere-
David Bowie Lyrics
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I can live anyhow (win or lose)
I can go anywhere (for something new)
Anyway, anyhow, anywhere I choose
I can do anything (right or wrong)
I can talk anyhow (and get along)
I don't care anyway (I never lose)
Nothing gets in my way
Not even locked doors
Don't follow the lines that been laid before
I get along anyway I care
Anyway, anyhow, anywhere
I can go anyway (way I choose)
I can live anyhow (win or lose)
I can go anywhere (for something new)
Anyway, anyhow, anywhere I choose
Anyway, anyway I choose
I wanna go
Do it myself, do it myself, do it myself, do it myself
Anyway, anyway I choose
The song "Anyway Anyhow Anywhere" by David Bowie is a rebellious anthem that speaks about the desire and freedom to live life on one's own terms. The lyrics describe the idea that the singer can do whatever they want, whenever they want, and however they want. They can choose to live life freely, without concern for the consequences of their actions, and without being hindered by societal expectations or norms.
The song embodies the spirit of youth and rebellion, and its message is one that resonated with many young people during the 1960s. Bowie, who was only 19 at the time of writing the song, was inspired by the rock and roll movement that was sweeping the globe. He wanted to create a song that spoke to the desire for freedom and independence that many young people were feeling at the time.
The chorus of the song is particularly powerful, with its repeated refrain of "Anyway, anyhow, anywhere I choose." This phrase highlights the singer's desire for absolute freedom, and his determination to live life on his own terms. The lyrics also speak to the idea that life is short and should be lived to the fullest, without fear of failure or regret.
Line by Line Meaning
I can go anyway (way I choose)
I have the freedom to choose any path or direction in life
I can live anyhow (win or lose)
I have the power to dictate the manner in which I live my life regardless of the consequences
I can go anywhere (for something new)
I can travel or explore new territories to experience something new and different
Anyway, anyhow, anywhere I choose
I am in ultimate control of my life's path and experience, no matter where it takes me
I can do anything (right or wrong)
I have the capability to make any decision or perform any action, whether morally right or wrong
I can talk anyhow (and get along)
I can express my opinions and beliefs freely while still maintaining positive relationships with others
I don't care anyway (I never lose)
I am indifferent to the opinions or judgments of others because I believe that I will always come out ahead
Nothing gets in my way
No obstacle or challenge is insurmountable for me
Not even locked doors
Even the most locked down or restrictive barriers do not prevent me from achieving my goals
Don't follow the lines that been laid before
I do not conform or adhere to traditional customs, norms or restrictions
I get along anyway I care
I am able to maintain positive relationships and navigate through life on my own terms, regardless of external pressures or expectations
Anyway, anyhow, anywhere
No matter where I go or what I do, I am in complete control and empowered to make my own choices
Anyway, anyway I choose
I will always do what I want, on my own terms and according to my own desires
I wanna go
I have an inherent curiosity and desire to explore new opportunities and possibilities
Do it myself, do it myself, do it myself, do it myself
I am a fiercely independent person who prefers to rely solely on my own efforts and abilities
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Written by: PETER TOWNSHEND, ROGER DALTRY
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