David Bowie debuted what would become his first number one single, “Fame,” on this day (11/1) in 1975.
Appearing on Cher’s short-lived eponymous TV variety show, Bowie performed the groovy tune as crude ’70s tv production effects encircle his stark slicked-back look.
“Fame” was a bitter song about the troubles he had with his previous manager.
Co-written by his longtime guitarist Carlos Alomar and mate John Lennon, the unique hit was Bowie’s least favorite track on the Young Americans album, he said in 1990 – the year he re-released a new spin on it with several remixes that included Queen Latifah.
His problem with the song was it brought up bad memories between he and his ex-handler, Tony Defries.
“Fame / “Nein! It’s mine!” / Is just his line / To bind your time / it drives you to crime / Fame”
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