What makes Time Will Crawl by David Bowie notable?

The single reached No. 29 on the UK Singles Chart, demonstrating Bowie's continued relevance in the pop landscape. Its themes of time and introspection resonated during a decade marked by rapid change, influencing subsequent artists exploring similar lyrical depths. By 1987, David Bowie was transitioning into a new phase of his career, following his commercial peak in the late '70s and early '80s. 'Time Will Crawl' was released as a standalone single and marked Bowie's exploration of electronic music, showcasing his adaptability after the critical disappointment of the previous album, 'Never Let Me Down'.