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St. Vincent: Words + Music
- Narrated by: St. Vincent
- Series: Words + Music
- Length: 1 hr and 29 mins
- Categories: Biographies & Memoirs, Entertainment & Celebrities
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- Mark Wiznitzer
- 09-06-20
Not my cup of tea
Not a fan of her voice or songwriting. The narrative is entirely self referential with little interest shown for the wider world around her. There are missing explanations, like why she did not get to attend the performance high school she wanted to go to, or the events leading to her father’s white collar conviction. Overall, disappointing.
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- AvgJoe
- 09-02-20
A well produced insight on an amazing artist
Thoroughly enjoyed learning more about what went into the music. I’ve been a fan of hers for awhile, so much talent. The way she is able to tap into her emotions and present her art exactly how she wants is inspiring.
11 people found this helpful
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- Preston Copley
- 08-31-20
She’s awesome!
A transcendent artist. A unique story. And her music like I’ve never heard it before!
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- Josh Williams
- 09-01-20
Love you, Annie!
I very much enjoy hearing artist's stories about their lives, careers and songs. This is such a fantastic dive into all of those themes. St. Vincent is such an incredible artist and performer, so I love hearing about where certain music and ideas come from. I wish this were several hours long, I could really listen to Annie tell stories all day. Thank you!
6 people found this helpful
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- Amazon Customer
- 09-01-20
Greatest songwriter
I loved this audible original! St Vincent is one of my all time favorite artists and the work and thought and heart she puts behind her music is really shown in this audio. Totally worth it.
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- D. Clough
- 09-09-20
Good story, the style isn't my favorite
She has a nice voice and interesting story. I like how Audible puts the words of artist and events of background info together with the song.
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- Amazon Customer
- 09-02-20
A well spoken woman and artist
What a great opportunity to listen to someone who inspires me and so many others.
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- Rigoberto Yañez
- 09-01-20
Personal
Shows you a personal side of each song that makes them more especial and relatable. It makes you understand more deeper Annie's vision and empathize with concepts. Big congrats to Annie Clark for an awesome job.
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- Duet
- 09-04-20
St Vincent like no other human
Following Annie for years now - her musical journey has been impressive. St Vincent live shows are not to be missed! She is ON POINT !!
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- JEE
- 09-13-20
Worldview from a fallen world
Life is not all about you and what you want or who you think you should be, or "finding your calling". The feeling in your heart that you want something different or more, comes from God seeking you out. I have never heard of you before, but I would urge you to please read The Bible just one time. It will change your life.
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- Nelleke van den Hoek
- 09-01-20
Oh how I wish
Oh how I wish to only have 1% of this woman’s vocabulary. So smart, articulate and the performances are perfect. And remember ladies: catholicism is sexy.
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