Top Five Songs We Wouldn’t Want to Hear in Space

12.15.09 | 12:34 PM ET

Word is that Spandau Ballet will become the first band to play in space. According to a report in the Daily Mail (and blogged by Gadling), the band has been recruited by space tourism pioneer and Virgin Galactic CEO Richard Branson to perform on the company’s Enterprise ship when space trips commence in 2012. Among the songs the band could perform is its hit, “True.”

That got us thinking about space tourism and pop songs we really wouldn’t want on our iPods in space. Herewith, our top five.

5. ‘Ashes to Ashes’ by David Bowie

Bowie’s “Space Oddity” is an obvious choice for our list, but we’re going with “Ashes to Ashes,” in which we learn Major Tom’s fate: “We all know Major Tom’s a junkie, strung out in heavens high, hitting an all-time low.” That’s just sad.

4. ‘Ballad of Davy Crockett (in Outer Space)’ by They Might Be Giants

Davy Crockett survives his journey into outer space, but not before having to defend himself against a robot drone programmed to destroy Davy’s home. That would frighten us.

3. ‘Twilight Zone’ Theme Song

The spare number was a great intro to the classic television series, but it’s way too creepy to listen to in space.

2. ‘Rocket Man’ performed by William Shatner

Elton John’s “Rocket Man” is a lovely song, but it’s a serious downer. In William Shatner’s hands, it’s beyond depressing. It’s a train wreck.

1. ‘Free Bird’ by Lynyrd Skynyrd

‘Nuff said.

What songs would you really not like to hear in outer space? Do tell.

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