1446 - Lou Reed Satellite of Love 1973

"Satellite of Love" is one of Lou Reed's best-known songs from his solo career. It is the second single from his 1972 album Transformer. At the time of its release it did not achieve any chart success, though it later became a staple of his concerts. The song is about a man who observes a satellite launch on television and contemplates what Reed describes as feelings of "the worst kind of jealousy" about his unfaithful girlfriend.[citation needed] The chorus is: I watched it for a little while I love to watch things on TV Satellite of love Satellite of love David Bowie, who produced the album, can be heard providing background vocals, especially at the final chorus.