Candidate Lyrics

Lyric discussion by NewKillerStar 

Cover art for Candidate lyrics by David Bowie

I think David is also reflecting on his position as a writer: I'm having so much fun With the poisonous people Spreading rumours and lies And stories they made up

I think this is refering to the media. Also the line 'My set is amazing It even smells like a street' seems to be adressing Bowie's knack for constructing himself i.e. his 'set.' Diamond Dogs is truly a masterpiece.