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• I Would Leave Me If I Could.

  a Collection of Poetry

  Halsey, 1994-

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  Reminiscent of her lyricism, singer-songwriter Halsey's book of poetry reflects her experiences with relationships, family, sexuality, and mental health. In a memorable moment during the 2018 Women's March, Halsey took to the stage and recited her…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Ani DiFranco

  Verses

  DiFranco, Ani

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  In this book of poetry and paintings, Grammy-nominated singer Ani DiFranco demonstrates the breadth of her artistry. DiFranco doesn't shy away from the political in this unflinching and creative collection.

• Now and Then--

  the Poems of Gil Scott-Heron

  Scott-Heron, Gil, 1949-2011

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  Gil Scott-Heron was a musician, poet, spoken-word artist, and self-proclaimed "bluesologist" with a prolific and globally impactful career. His unique political style influenced the creation of rap music. In this collection you will find his most…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Rose That Grew From Concrete

  Shakur, Tupac, 1971-1996

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  Published posthumously, this is one of the most definitive books of poetry from a popular musician. Tupac Shakur's collection "The Rose That Grew From Concrete" was written by the rapper between 1989 and 1991 prior to his popular breakthrough. A…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Violet Bent Backwards Over the Grass

  Del Rey, Lana, 1985-

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  Singer Lana Del Rey offers a sincere and honest look at her thoughts in this eclectic poetry collection. Uniquely Californian in nature, Lana Del Rey's collection of poems and photographs are, much like her music, an aesthetic experience.

• The Magic Border

  Poetry and Fragments From My Soft Machine

  Parks, Arlo, 2000-

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  In this unapologetically queer collection of poems and lyrics, Grammy-nominated singer Arlo Parks' youthful voice is unique and soaring. Featuring photographs by Parks' longtime collaborator Daniyel Lowden, this collection is deeply personal and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Tears for Water

  Songbook of Poems and Lyrics

  Keys, Alicia

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  Alicia Keys shares her most personal contemplations in this collection - half poetry from her personal journals and half song lyrics. The Grammy-winning artist's poetry is an honest reflection of her life at the time.

• Shame Is An Ocean I Swim Across

  Lambert, Mary, 1989-

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  Exploring heavy topics related to body image, sexual assault, and mental health, Mary Lambert, an openly queer musician, displays resilience in this dark and poignant collection of poetry.

• Leonard Cohen

  Poems and Songs

  Cohen, Leonard, 1934-2016

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  Famed Canadian singer-songwriter, Leonard Cohen, began his creative career as a writer and poet. Well-known for his honesty and particular way with words, this collection compiles a number of Cohen's most recognized lyrics and poetry. Cohen's…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Useless Magic

  Lyrics and Poetry

  Welch, Florence,

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  Florence Welch (of Florence + the Machine) focuses on her lyrics in this collection but also includes a handful of original poems. Described in reviews as beautiful, confessional, and full of forceful imagery, this collection provides an insightful…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• When You See My Mother, Ask Her to Dance

  Poems

  Baez, Joan,

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  This autobiographical collection of poetry from folk music icon Joan Baez asks readers to reflect on her memories and most personal thoughts, stripping away the legend of this musician and revealing a 3-dimensional artist.

• Morning Glory on the Vine

  Early Songs & Drawings

  Mitchell, Joni,

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  Originally compiled by lauded songwriter Joni Mitchell for her closest friends in 1971, this collection of handwritten songs, poems, and vivid drawings provides a lively peek into her personal life.

• Early Work, 1970-1979

  Smith, Patti

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  In this experimental collection, Patti Smith, equally known for her literary output and poetry as her songwriting, expresses herself in these surreal, boundary-breaking poems.

• The Moments, the Minutes, the Hours

  the Poetry of Jill Scott

  Scott, Jill, 1972-

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  The artist Jill Scott shares her poetry for the first time in this vulnerable collection. Scott takes a grounded look at her life, having fallen in love with poetry as an 8th grader and coming back to it again as an adult after a particularly…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• 2fish

  A Poetry Book

  Jhené Aiko, 1988-

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  Jhené Aiko Efuru Chilombo is a Grammy-nominated R&B singer and songwriter. In this collection of poetry, Aiko is authentically herself and invites readers to join her in a raw and emotional exploration of pain.

• Feel Your Way Through

  a Book of Poetry

  Ballerini, Kelsea, 1993-

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  Country musician Kelsea Ballerini's poetry book opens with the line "Dear Reader, We're about to become close friends." That sentiment is evident in Ballerini's poetry, reading like notes passed between confidants sharing their most honest thoughts.

• Blackbird Singing

  Poems and Lyrics, 1965-1999

  McCartney, Paul

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  Paul McCartney's poetry and lyrics feel dreamy, whimsical, and moving as he explores all aspects of life including loss and grief after the deaths of a close friend and his wife in this poetry collection spanning 34 years of his storied career.

• Spiral Bound

  a Short Collection

  Dessa (Vocalist)

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  With a mixture of prose and poetry, Dessa, a musician and rapper that is part of the Doomtree hip hop collective, creates an insightful, humorous, and honest work full of wit. Her short poem "My New Purpose" is a perfect encapsulation of what you…Read moreRead more of this annotation