Space Oddity album art

Space Oddity

David Bowie
David Bowie (aka Space Oddity) (1969)
Moderate 138 BPM

Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Whimsical and atmospheric with a narrative quality.

A haunting space-themed ballad that tells the story of an astronaut.

Cultural Context

Represents the fascination with space during the late 60s.

Listening Prompt

Imagine floating in space.

What to Expect

Starts softly and builds in intensity.

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Listen with care

For sensory-sensitive listening, the right headphones matter.

Moods: contemplative, melancholy

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