What is Major Tom slang for?
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- What is Major Tom slang for?
- Was there a real Major Tom?
- Who wrote Major Tom?
- Who sang Major Tom in space?
- Is Major Tom a drug?
- What happened Major Tom?
- Does Major Tom commit suicide?
- Who is Major Tom in Ashes to Ashes?
- Does Major Tom make it home?
- What is the meaning of the song Major Tom?
- When did David Bowie release Major Tom?
- Who sings ground control to Major Tom?
- Who sings the song Major Tom?
What is Major Tom slang for?
Major Tom is described as a "junkie, strung out in heavens high, hitting an all-time low". This lyric was interpreted as a play on the title of Bowie's album Low (1977), which charted his withdrawal following his drug abuse in the United States.
Was there a real Major Tom?
While in real life there were two Apollo astronauts named Tom, neither were a Major, and both made it safely back to Earth without incident — namely, Thomas P. Stafford of Apollo 10 and Thomas K. Mattingly of Apollo 16 [source: The Straight Dope].
Who wrote Major Tom?
Peter Schilling Major Tom (völlig losgelöst)/Parolieri
Who sang Major Tom in space?
David Bowie Space Oddity/Artisti
Is Major Tom a drug?
Major Tom is described as a "junkie, strung out in heaven's high, hitting an all-time low". This lyric was interpreted as a play on the title of Bowie's album Low (1977), which was inspired by the withdrawal symptoms he suffered while undergoing treatment for drug addiction....
| Major Tom | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Astronaut |
What happened Major Tom?
It is assumed that, sadly, Tom died in the process of re-entry, but in fact he has faked his death so he can return to the depths of space, which he now considers his home. >> Bowie released his own sequel to "Space Oddity" in 1980 called "Ashes To Ashes," where Major Tom reestablishes communication with Earth.
Does Major Tom commit suicide?
Presumably, yes. The signal between ground control and Major Tom was lost. They could no longer communicate. Likely, his oxygen supply depleted and he expired.
Who is Major Tom in Ashes to Ashes?
David Bowie In the song "Ashes to Ashes" (1980), Bowie reinterprets Major Tom as an oblique autobiographical symbol for himself. Major Tom is described as a "junkie, strung out in heaven's high, hitting an all-time low"....
| Major Tom | |
|---|---|
| First appearance | "Space Oddity" |
| Created by | David Bowie |
| In-universe information | |
| Occupation | Astronaut |
Does Major Tom make it home?
The English-language version, "Major Tom (Coming Home)", peaked at number 14 in the United States in late 1983. Other artists who have subsequently made substantial contributions to the Major Tom story include K.I.A. ("Mrs. Major Tom")....
| Major Tom | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Astronaut |
What is the meaning of the song Major Tom?
- Major Tom. Major Tom is a fictional astronaut referenced in David Bowie's songs "Space Oddity", "Ashes to Ashes", "Hallo Spaceboy", "New Killer Star" and "Blackstar". Bowie's own interpretation of the character evolved throughout his career.
When did David Bowie release Major Tom?
- On 20th June 1969, David Bowie recorded ' Space Oddity ' at Trident Studios London. The track went on to become a UK No.1 when re-released in 1975. Written about the launch of Major Tom, a fictional astronaut; Bowie would later revisit his Major Tom character in the songs 'Ashes to Ashes' and ' Hallo Spaceboy '.
Who sings ground control to Major Tom?
- Ground Control to Major Tom was written by David Bowie and first performed on the 1969 album "Space Oddity".
Who sings the song Major Tom?
- "Major Tom (Coming Home)" (German: Major Tom (völlig losgelöst), translation: "Major Tom (completely detached)"), is a song by singer Peter Schilling from his album Error in the System.
