Shawn is much better live and solo than with the production (that made her more popular and famous) but when you see just her, the raw talent is overwhelming. I followed her in the 1980s Boston folk scene; when I lived in Santa Cruz in 1995, I told my musician friends "You have to go to this show" and they thought I was crazy liking this pop singer...until they saw the show. They were all converts, she is a phenomenon live.
This is the first song of her's I ever heard. I loved it then bought the album for my sister and family (new). Her colicky son loved it. It was the only thing that soothed him. I was the favorite aunt, for awhile.
The first dozen or so times I heard this song I thought it was about being in love with a rare person. Now I realize it is about Self-discovery. First heard it on "Austin City Limits", probably 10 years ago. Anyone know to get a copy of that? Featured Lyle Lovett, Allison Krauss, others.
Never heard this tune 'til I heard a live version on wxrt here in Chicago; thought it was her, but wasn't certain, until I found this............just flawless and she is a superstar, more than the current crop of glittery dancing songstresses. I dare Rhianna, Taylor Swift, Aguilera, Lady GaGa, or their contemporaries, to write a song this good.
Kill The Blues with an exclusive backstage interview with Shawn from 1999! ruclips.net/video/EQjyQQ8j1T0/видео.html What is your favorite Shawn Colvin song?
Check out Shawn"s Book on amazon www.amazon.com/Diamond-Rough-Memoir-Shawn-Colvin/dp/B00C01E9NQ/ref=sr_1_13?m=A8QIEXX0Z2Q9W&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1440430093&sr=1-13
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driving cross country summer of '91 and listening to steady on.....killer tunes.....love john Leventhal's production and playing too....
wicked guitar playing from the 8th fret! Right hand muting, slides, hammer-on and pull-offs. She's an amazing talent.
Wow i saw her live and now on the tube! I recently had heart surgery and requested her music to remove my anxieties and it helps!
This is a great rendition of one of Shawn's most iconic masterpieces...love you Shawn! Peace
Shawn is much better live and solo than with the production (that made her more popular and famous) but when you see just her, the raw talent is overwhelming. I followed her in the 1980s Boston folk scene; when I lived in Santa Cruz in 1995, I told my musician friends "You have to go to this show" and they thought I was crazy liking this pop singer...until they saw the show. They were all converts, she is a phenomenon live.
Not an easy song to play while singing. Phenomenal performance.
This song is a brilliant metaphor for re-discovering one's inner child. Wow is all I can say.
Awesome version 🎉
This should have 8 million views.
Like any great work of art, it means different things to different people.
This is the first song of her's I ever heard. I loved it then bought the album for my sister and family (new). Her colicky son loved it. It was the only thing that soothed him. I was the favorite aunt, for awhile.
One of the best in the industry!
Great singer!
She's astonishing, it just pours out.....I'd love to see her and Shawn Mullins together.
love the way she plays guitar
Rick Adams I agree!
Amen. Killer ending.
Amazing!
The first dozen or so times I heard this song I thought it was about being in love with a rare person. Now I realize it is about Self-discovery.
First heard it on "Austin City Limits", probably 10 years ago. Anyone know to get a copy of that? Featured Lyle Lovett, Allison Krauss, others.
Never heard this tune 'til I heard a live version on wxrt here in Chicago; thought it was her, but wasn't certain, until I found this............just flawless and she is a superstar, more than the current crop of glittery dancing songstresses. I dare Rhianna, Taylor Swift, Aguilera, Lady GaGa, or their contemporaries, to write a song this good.
Shawn Colvin's playing is masterful and her voice is simply incredible!
I once had to explain "Avalanche" to my sister. It IS about being in love, but WITH THE WRONG PERSON.
She is simply an awesomely gifted talent- writing singing playing. The real deal. Heart and spirit personified.
Kill The Blues with an exclusive backstage interview with Shawn from 1999! ruclips.net/video/EQjyQQ8j1T0/видео.html
What is your favorite Shawn Colvin song?
Check out Shawn"s Book on amazon
www.amazon.com/Diamond-Rough-Memoir-Shawn-Colvin/dp/B00C01E9NQ/ref=sr_1_13?m=A8QIEXX0Z2Q9W&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1440430093&sr=1-13