“People Are Strange” is a song by the American rock band The Doors, released in September 1967 as the second single from their second album, Strange Days. The song was written by the band’s guitarist, Robby Krieger, and its vocalist, Jim Morrison.
The song features a haunting, psychedelic sound, with Krieger’s distinctive guitar riff and Morrison’s enigmatic lyrics. The lyrics describe the strangeness and isolation of modern life, with lines such as “People are strange when you’re a stranger / Faces look ugly when you’re alone / Women seem wicked when you’re unwanted / Streets are uneven when you’re down.”
“People Are Strange” became one of The Doors’ most popular songs, and has been covered by numerous artists over the years. The song’s haunting melody and lyrics continue to resonate with audiences today, more than 50 years after its initial release.
