Suzanne Vega is as smart a songwriter as she is beautiful. It is so rare that one finds one of such exquisite taste in selecting songs. Her lyrics, always so visual are just perfectly juxtapositioned against wonderful arrangements and her always distinctive voice. She has a consistent style, and yet she has always taken chances - her music is very diverse. But, as with all great artists, I think she is much more into making quality music than topping charts - thankfully!
This should have been a pop hit on alternative radio. But, thing is, the subject matter is probably lost upon the demographic that buys music in vast numbers. Suzanne is quite capable of creating music that becomes widely popular - and has done so quite a bit. But she's unwilling to sell her soul to put out pure calculated crap just to gain additional popularity or make a few more bucks. She has integrity and has demonstrated it throughout her career.
Suzanne Vega is as smart a songwriter as she is beautiful. It is so rare that one finds one of such exquisite taste in selecting songs. Her lyrics, always so visual are just perfectly juxtapositioned against wonderful arrangements and her always distinctive voice. She has a consistent style, and yet she has always taken chances - her music is very diverse. But, as with all great artists, I think she is much more into making quality music than topping charts - thankfully!
This has a Punk Rock sound. Such an incredibly versatile artist.
Beauty and Crime is such an underrated album. I love how Suzanne Vega's music has evolved but still stays true to her amazing first album.
The voice of an angel
This is a great song from her "Beauty & Crime" album, and cleverly crafted song
Suzanne Vega Frank&Ava is one of my favorite song
Such a woefully underrated artist. Love Love her work and diversity. Highly skilled, imaginative, and creatively courageous. Total package.
I could listen to this piece for 29 hours straight.
I can't believe this jewel of a singer and song writer is not always on the top 10!
I love this song so much! Such a beautiful, quirky melody. Thank you to all involved, and Suzanne.
This song is all hook. And pretty damn fabulous.
At the time Suzanne made this video, she was 48. At that age, Suzanne is as beautiful (maybe even better looking) as she was back in the '80s.
Love Suzanne vega and hadn't realised the lovely and amazing KT Tunstall sang on this and another one also.
It's a pity that no more video has been released of Beauty&Crimes .Many songs of this beautiful record are so inspiring !
This should have been a pop hit on alternative radio. But, thing is, the subject matter is probably lost upon the demographic that buys music in vast numbers. Suzanne is quite capable of creating music that becomes widely popular - and has done so quite a bit. But she's unwilling to sell her soul to put out pure calculated crap just to gain additional popularity or make a few more bucks. She has integrity and has demonstrated it throughout her career.
Brilliant brilliant brilliant
Melodic rock/ Metal music fan here .. but trying to collect ball of her albums.. amazing songwriter
Nice to hear she had one cool one left in her after, If I Were A Weapon. New Fave!
This was a really good idea. Good song, awesome and catchy tune.
wait this song only has 180k views? I figured this was one of those that had like a billion that everyone loved.