Swells A Rebellious Heart: Vashti Bunyan's Favourite Musical Phrases | Page 13 of 14 | The Quietus

Baker's Dozen

Artists discuss the 13 records that shaped their lives

12. Lucinda WilliamsEssence

What a beautiful song: honest, clever, heartfelt and oblique. I envy the song. What I love about it most is the last verse that ties the first three together. I have always liked circular lyrics that tidy it all up at the end.

PreviousNext Selection

Don’t Miss The Quietus Digest

Start each weekend with our free email newsletter.

Help tQ Survive & Thrive

Without our subscribers, all this would simply fall into the cultural abyss. Please take a moment to explore our membership tiers and rewards + don’t miss our free 30-day trial offer for new subs.

Try For Free