Hunky Dory is widely regarded as one of Bowie’s finest works, praised for its accessibility, musical variety, and lyrical depth. Critics have noted the album’s effortless songwriting, with Bowie’s clever wordplay and humor shining through. Hunky Dory was the fourth studio album by David Bowie and released on December 17, 1971. It has been named one of the greatest albums of all time by numerous publications, including Rolling Stone and NME.