Lana Del Rey's sixth studio album, Norman Fucking Rockwell!, is a masterful blend of soft rock and contemplative folk-rock tunes, coated in the nostalgic flavours of the 1960s. Released on 30 August 2019 by Polydor Records, this hour-long masterpiece features 14 tracks that showcase Del Rey's signature lovelorn piano ballads and poetic lyrics.
Produced by Del Rey and Jack Antonoff, with additional contributions from Zach Dawes, Andrew Watt, and longtime collaborator Rick Nowels, Norman Fucking Rockwell! is a testament to Del Rey's artistic growth and depth. The album debuted at number 3 on the Billboard 200 chart, moving 104,000 units in its debut week, and has since been hailed as a time capsule of 2019.
From the opening notes of the title track, Norman Fucking Rockwell!, to the closing strains of "hope is a dangerous thing for a woman like me to have - but I have it", Del Rey's distinctive voice and style weave a sonic tapestry that is both deeply personal and universally relatable. With tracks like "Mariners Apartment Complex", "Venice Bitch", and "The Greatest", Del Rey explores themes of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery, her lyrics infused with a sense of darkness and light.
Norman Fucking Rockwell! is a triumph of contemporary music, a work that showcases Lana Del Rey's unique vision and artistry. With its soft rock sound and nostalgic sensibilities, this album is a must-listen for fans of Del Rey and anyone who appreciates thoughtful, beautifully crafted music.
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