Lyrically, "Big Time" is a on the ego, materialism, and unbridled ambition of the 1980s.

(longtime Billy Joel collaborator) on saxophone. P.P. Arnold , a legendary soul singer, on backing vocals. Lyrical Meaning & Satire

: One of the track's most famous technical innovations is its percussive bassline. Tony Levin handled the fingerings on a fretless bass while drummer Jerry Marotta hit the strings with drumsticks. This unique sound led Levin to later invent "Funk Fingers," small drumstick ends that attach to the fingers for live performances.

: The track features a "who's who" of guest musicians, including: Stewart Copeland (The Police) on drums. Wayne Jackson (The Memphis Horns) on trumpet.

The song is a high-energy "funk-rocker" heavily influenced by the sounds of the 1960s.

Peter Gabriel Big: Time Song

Lyrically, "Big Time" is a on the ego, materialism, and unbridled ambition of the 1980s.

(longtime Billy Joel collaborator) on saxophone. P.P. Arnold , a legendary soul singer, on backing vocals. Lyrical Meaning & Satire Peter Gabriel Big Time Song

: One of the track's most famous technical innovations is its percussive bassline. Tony Levin handled the fingerings on a fretless bass while drummer Jerry Marotta hit the strings with drumsticks. This unique sound led Levin to later invent "Funk Fingers," small drumstick ends that attach to the fingers for live performances. Lyrically, "Big Time" is a on the ego,

: The track features a "who's who" of guest musicians, including: Stewart Copeland (The Police) on drums. Wayne Jackson (The Memphis Horns) on trumpet. Arnold , a legendary soul singer, on backing vocals

The song is a high-energy "funk-rocker" heavily influenced by the sounds of the 1960s.