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: It remains a staple of glam rock tributes, including a popular stage musical of the same name that celebrates Bolan's life and music.

: Most reviews highlight the song's "crunchy" and "majestical" guitar riff as its centerpiece. Critics from NME at the time of release called it the group's best since "Telegram Sam," noting its "thunder guitar" assault. T.Rex - 20th Century boy

The song's enduring popularity is often credited to its frequent use in media: : It remains a staple of glam rock

: Bolan admitted the lyrics were a collage of celebrity quotes, such as Muhammad Ali’s "sting like a bee". Critics often point out that the lyrics are more about "attitude and escape" than deep meaning, embodying the flamboyant spirit of the 1970s. T.Rex - 20th Century boy