I haven't cried in years, but there are some songs that are so deeply touching that I can't help but feel emotional to a degree where I'm very nearly shedding a tear or two.
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There are several artists that tug on those heartstrings. Joni Mitchell to name one. She is a genius admired by so many artists, from Bjork to Prince. There are so many beautiful, heartwrenching songs that Joni has created in her long career. Songs like the stunning 'Both Sides Now'.
Joni fans have witnessed some stark changes to Joni's voice over the length of her career. In the beginning, Joni's voice sounded very different to the deep throaty sound that we now know. It hasn't hindered the quality of her performances though. It brings a whole new depth to her work.
Kirsty MacColl has always been a big favourite of mine. She was such a fantastic artist and I still find it hard to believe that she is gone. Kirsty sadly died in a tragic accident in Mexico back in 2000. I can't believe it's been eleven years since her passing. Maybe that adds a poignancy to her work? Kirsty's strengths have always been her great writing and the ability to create such amazing harmonising.
Most music fans feel a connection with one artist. There is something which touches you in a way that is hard to explain. When Kirsty died, I went to pay my respects at her memorial bench in Soho Square. I didn't know her personally, but it was my way of saying thanks for creating music that was so inspiring, funny, uplifting and sad.
Cyndi Lauper is such a rare artist. She can scream, shout and cause anarchy on the stage - and by contrast, she can also sing notes that are so pure and beautiful. Cyndi has the knack of creating some amazing ballads such as 'True Colours' and 'Time After Time', which are both considered as classics. However, I'm going to suggest 'Hymn To Love' from 'At Last'. It's simple and lovely.
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