“When I Live My Dream;” Focuses on the infinite possibilities of the future, and the positive outlook which can be had by anyone for their future. Bowie outlines the simple dreams of the normal man; dreams which, whilst common, are nonetheless significant to any who can claim ownership of them. The song is a tacit look at the paradoxical qualities of futuristic hopes – for how can something which is someone’s whole life be unimportant in relationship to them, whilst it remains somewhat meaningless on a world scale. It indirectly addresses the questions of life values, and the decisions...
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