2011 studio album by Suzanne Vega
Close-Up Vol. 3, States of Being is the tenth studio album released by New York-based singer/songwriter and musician Suzanne Vega .[5] The album consists of re-recordings of songs from Vega's back catalogue with stripped-down arrangements that highlight her lyrics and melodies. The songs included are her most haunting songs, which Suzanne used to call the "Mental Health" songs.[1] [2]
"Language" was recorded in January 2011,[6] but doesn't appear in the CD track listing. "Penitent" and "Undertow" were recorded in December 2010.
All tracks are written by Suzanne Vega, except where noted
Amazon/Nimbit bonus tracks Title Writer(s) Original album 15. "Anniversary" Beauty & Crime (2007) 3:05 16. "Language" Suzanne Vega, Michael Visceglia Solitude Standing (1987) 4:06 Total length: 51:19
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^ "Recording Language today" . Twitter .
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