References to "staring at the moon" and "being still."
Mirroring the film’s theme of shapeshifting and primal instincts. Why It Matters Cat People (Putting Out Fire)
"Cat People (Putting Out Fire)" is a haunting collaboration between David Bowie and producer Giorgio Moroder. Originally recorded for the 1982 erotic horror film Cat People , the song stands as one of Bowie’s most intense vocal performances and a landmark of 80s synth-rock. Key Musical Elements It begins with a low, menacing croon. References to "staring at the moon" and "being still
Bowie utilizes his full range, from baritone to straining grit. Notable Versions Cat People (Putting Out Fire)
Quentin Tarantino famously used the track in a pivotal scene in Inglourious Basterds (2009). Lyric Themes
