While multiple "extended" edits exist across various compilations, two primary versions are most notable:
Notable recent releases include the "Blitzed Extended Mix" (2021) and various club edits featured on The Wild Life (The Best of Extended Versions and Remixes). Composition & Meaning Fade To Grey (Extended Version)
The track began as an instrumental titled "Toot City," composed by Billy Currie and Chris Payne during soundchecks for Gary Numan’s 1979 tour. Midge Ure later added the lyrics and vocal melody. Fade To Grey (Extended Version)