Anyone familiar with the original version of China Girl (on Iggy Pop's 1977 album "The Idiot") knows David Bowie's version on "Let's Dance" was a complete abomination. Even though he co-wrote it with Jim Ostenberg (I'm guessing most don't know who that is. Nonetheless, I once walked down the street with him huddled beneath my Umbrella). I'd nominate Bowie's version for the worst cover of all time.
Agreed.
Pop and Bowie had a very tight friendship and musical relationship... they worked together a lot. Interesting as for me, they are 2 completely different artists. But if you wanna hear how Blowie influenced Pop's sound here's one my faves and a song a play a lot while DJing...
Mods why cant I post pics? Only seem to ne able to post videos!