“The Jean Genie” is a song by English singer-songwriter David Bowie, originally released in November 1972 as the lead single to his 1973 album Aladdin Sane. Co-produced by Ken Scott, Bowie recorded it with his backing band the Spiders from Mars − comprising Mick Ronson, Trevor Bolder and Mick Woodmansey. According to Bowie, it was “a smorgasbord of imagined Americana”, with a protagonist inspired by Iggy Pop, and the title being an allusion to author Jean Genet. One of Bowie’s most famous tracks, it was promoted with a film clip featuring Andy Warhol associate Cyrinda Foxe and peaked at No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart.
side A. The Jean Genie 3:59
Music/Text: David Bowie
Producer: David Bowie
side B. Ziggy Stardust 3:13
Music/Text: David Bowie
Producer: David Bowie, Ken Scott
Description
Label: RCA Victor – 74-16 238
Format: Vinyl, 7″, 45 RPM, Single
Country: Germany
Released: 1972
Media Condition: very Good (VG)
Sleeve Condition: Good (G)
ring wear: Yes
All three seams looking perfect: Yes
Picture sleeve looks near mint: No
creases or folds: No
stamps or writing: No
