Song by David Bowie. It was first released as a single, and became the title of his second studio album. The song is about Major Tom, a fictional astronaut.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
Song by David Bowie. It was first released as a single, and became the title of his second studio album. The song is about Major Tom, a fictional astronaut.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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