Song
The Man Who Sold the World
by David Bowie
The Man Who Sold the World is a 1970 song by David Bowie, 3:58 long. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Person Type song themes.
Released 1970 Length 3:58 Art Rock, Hard Rock
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Performance tips
- Keep the verses eerie and controlled
- Lean into the dramatic pauses between lines
- Let the chorus feel ominous rather than loud
In these themes
Karaoke versions
There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its catalog.
- Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "The Man Who Sold the World" karaoke
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