Released 10 years ago
I Can't Give Everything Away
David Bowie · 2016
26 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock
A tapestry of remixed tracks weaving introspective lyrics with lush electronic soundscapes and experimental pop sensibilities.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sunday (Moby mix edit) Start here — This remix transforms the original track into an ambient exploration, illustrating Bowie's ability to reinvent his music while maintaining emotional depth.
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Everyone Says ‘Hi’ (METRO remix) — This version adds an infectious energy to the song, showcasing how Bowie's work evolves through reinterpretation while keeping its core message intact.
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Rebel Never Gets Old (7th Heaven mix) — The upbeat remix revitalizes this classic, infusing it with contemporary dance elements that highlight Bowie's lasting influence on pop culture.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The remixes offer a fresh take on Bowie's work but lack the depth of his original compositions.
What we noticed
- The first track features a prominent electronic beat layered with Bowie's original vocal lines, creating a contrast between the familiar and the remixed.
- Each remix varies in tempo and arrangement, with some tracks maintaining the essence of the originals while others take more experimental liberties.
- The final track incorporates ambient soundscapes that gradually fade out, leaving a lingering sense of introspection.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective melodies for reflection
- atmospheric remixes for late nights
- lush soundscapes for deep listening
- short bursts of contemplative energy
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party tracks
- prefering long, cohesive albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Represents Bowie's continued creativity shortly before his passing.
- Themes
- posthumous reflection· legacy of innovation
- Career context
- Released on March 18, 2016, just days before David Bowie's death, I Can't Give Everything Away represents a posthumous compilation that showcases his enduring creativity. This album features remixes from his final studio album, Blackstar, highlighting Bowie's willingness to explore new sonic territories as he approached the end of his life.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brian Eno· Roxy Music· Talking Heads
Tracklist
- 1 Sunday (Moby mix edit) Start here 3:08
- 2 Everyone Says ‘Hi’ (METRO remix) 7:19
- 3 Rebel Never Gets Old (7th Heaven mix) 7:26
- 4 Rebel Never Gets Old (7th Heaven edit) 4:18
- 5 I’d Rather Be High (Venetian mix – alt) 4:01
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
The Colour in Anything
James Blake
Shares introspective themes and lush electronic textures, creating a reflective soundscape.
Carrie & Lowell
Sufjan Stevens
Explores posthumous reflection and legacy with an intimate, atmospheric approach.
A Moon Shaped Pool
Radiohead
Features ambient elements and emotional depth, resonating with Bowie's reflective atmosphere.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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