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Solitude Standing

by Suzanne Vega

Released: April 01, 1987

New wave, folk rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

"Solitude Standing" is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega, released in 1987. "Solitude Standing" showcases Vega's ability to blend folk, pop, and rock elements seamlessly. Her evocative lyrics often delve into personal and social themes, and her guitar-driven melodies create a captivating atmosphere.

Inside the Recording

The album opens with the iconic track "Tom's Diner," a cappella in its original version and later remixed by British group DNA, becoming a major hit.

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Interesting Facts

The album is notable for its acoustic folk…

The album is notable for its acoustic folk sound, poignant lyrics, and Vega's distinctive vocal style.

It builds on the success of her self-titled…

It builds on the success of her self-titled debut album and contains some of her most well-known songs.

The song's minimalistic structure and Vega's storytelling set…

The song's minimalistic structure and Vega's storytelling set the tone for the album.

Another standout track is "Luka," a poignant and…

Another standout track is "Luka," a poignant and socially conscious song that addresses domestic violence.

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Essential Tracks

Tom's Diner

The album opens with the iconic track "Tom's Diner," a cappella in its original version and later remixed by British group DNA, becoming a major hit.

Luka

Another standout track is "Luka," a poignant and socially conscious song that addresses domestic violence.

Solitude Standing

"Solitude Standing" is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega, released in 1987.

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The album's success contributed significantly to Suzanne Vega's reputation as a skilled singer-songwriter, earning her critical acclaim and a broader audience.

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The Complete Album Story

"Solitude Standing" is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega, released in 1987. The album is notable for its acoustic folk sound, poignant lyrics, and Vega's distinctive vocal style. It builds on the success of her self-titled debut album and contains some of her most well-known songs.

The album opens with the iconic track "Tom's Diner," a cappella in its original version and later remixed by British group DNA, becoming a major hit. The song's minimalistic structure and Vega's storytelling set the tone for the album. Another standout track is "Luka," a poignant and socially conscious song that addresses domestic violence.

"Solitude Standing" showcases Vega's ability to blend folk, pop, and rock elements seamlessly. Her evocative lyrics often delve into personal and social themes, and her guitar-driven melodies create a captivating atmosphere. The album's success contributed significantly to Suzanne Vega's reputation as a skilled singer-songwriter, earning her critical acclaim and a broader audience.