The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars

David Bowie

The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars

RELEASED: June 06, 1972
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Five Years Meaning 4:42 2. Soul Love Meaning 3:33 3. Moonage Daydream Meaning 4:38 4. Starman Meaning 4:13 5. It Ain’t Easy Meaning 2:57 6. Lady Stardust Meaning 3:20 7. Star Meaning 2:46 8. Hang On to Yourself Meaning 2:38 9. Ziggy Stardust Meaning 3:12 10. Suffragette City Meaning 3:24 11. Rock ’n’ Roll Suicide Meaning 3:00
Historical Archive
The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars is a landmark album by David Bowie, released in 1972. It tells the story of Ziggy Stardust, a fictional rock star who embodies Bowie's fascination with identity and performance. The album is a blend of rock, pop, and glam, characterized by its theatricality and innovative sound. Its themes of fame, alienation, and sexuality resonated deeply with audiences, making it a defining work of the 1970s. The album has since been acclaimed as one of the greatest albums of all time, influencing countless artists across genres.