The White Stripes Complete Lyrics
A comprehensive collection of lyrics and insights
Jack White author Hanif Abdurraqib editor Caroline Randall Williams editor Ben Blackwell editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Third Man Books
Published:21st Dec '23
Should be back in stock very soon
This collection showcases the complete lyrics of the iconic duo, The White Stripes, along with rare drafts and essays from notable writers.
The book titled The White Stripes Complete Lyrics is a comprehensive hardbound collection that spans over 300 pages, showcasing the complete original lyrics penned by Jack White for the iconic duo he formed with Meg White in 1997. This deluxe edition not only includes every lyric from their six Grammy Award-winning albums but also features rare insights through never-before-seen rough drafts and alternate lyrics. Accompanying these lyrical treasures are striking photographs and exclusive essays contributed by notable writers such as Hanif Abdurraqib, Ben Blackwell, and Caroline Randall Williams, offering readers a deeper understanding of the band's artistic journey.
In addition to the lyrical content, The White Stripes Complete Lyrics provides a fascinating glimpse into the band's history and achievements. It highlights interesting facts, such as their remarkable milestone of being one of the youngest bands to open for legendary acts like the Rolling Stones and the Pretty Things. The duo's influence extends beyond music, as they have made appearances on various television shows and films, showcasing their cultural impact throughout the years.
As 2023 marks the 20th anniversary of their acclaimed album ELEPHANT, Third Man Records is prioritizing the promotion of The White Stripes Complete Lyrics alongside special performances by Jack White. This celebration not only honors the band's legacy but also invites fans to immerse themselves in the world of The White Stripes, exploring their unique sound and artistic vision through this meticulously curated collection.
“There are ghosts everywhere in the lyrics, obsession with colors, obsession with exits. Evil and optimism wrestle with each other, longing and a hunger for loneliness tussle in the same bed. Cynicism and desire, rage and tenderness. All of these things seamlessly stitch together and come alive on the page in such tight windows, you barely even notice. “ — Hanif Abdurraqib, Go Ahead In The Rain: Notes To A Tribe Called Quest
“Pilgrims go to the relics to touch some certain, earthly piece of what they believe has delivered them, or will deliver them, from the troubles of this world. That’s what this book is — these pages a pilgrimage. Come touch the bones of a thing that gives you life.” — Caroline Randall Williams, Lucy Negro, Redux
“We cannot wait to read the essays in this book written by music writer Hanif Abdurraqib; Ben Blackwell, the band’s historian; and Caroline Randall Williams, who has Detroit roots and is the delightful author of Lucy Negro Redux." — Alyson Turner, Source Booksellers
“An anthology of lyrics from one of Detroit’s signature bands.” — The Detroit Free Press
ISBN: 9798986614526
Dimensions: unknown
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315 pages