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Living in Clip

Ani DiFranco · 1997

126 min · 31 tracks · folk rock

Raw, impassioned performances intertwine spoken word and intricate guitar work, capturing the essence of personal and political struggle.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with emotional peaks
  • immersive storytelling through raw performances
  • dynamic journey of personal struggles
  • intimate moments for deep reflection
  • engaging spoken word interludes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike lengthy, evolving compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 22, 1997, 'Living in Clip' is Ani DiFranco's first live album, following her breakthrough record 'Not a Pretty Girl' from 1995. At this point in her career, DiFranco had established herself as a fierce voice in folk rock, promoting independence and feminism while also gaining a dedicated fanbase through extensive touring.
Stylistic neighbors
Dar Williams· Tori Amos· Michelle Shocked

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Whatever 1:46
  • 2 Wherever 0:06
  • 3 Gravel 4:11
  • 4 Willing to Fight 4:12
  • 5 Shy 4:26
  • 6 Joyful Girl 4:28
  • 7 Hide and Seek 4:34
  • 8 Napoleon 4:54
  • 9 I’m No Heroine 4:16
  • 10 Amazing Grace 6:17
  • 11 Anticipate 3:48
  • 12 Tiptoe 0:37
  • 13 Sorry I Am 4:46
  • 14 The Slant / The Diner 8:22
  • 15 32 Flavors 4:42
  • 16 Out of Range 4:36

Disc 2

  • 1 Untouchable Face 3:36
  • 2 Shameless 4:35
  • 3 Distracted 1:08
  • 4 Adam and Eve 5:36
  • 5 Fire Door 4:03
  • 6 Both Hands 4:52
  • 7 Out of Habit 3:40
  • 8 Every State Line 3:55
  • 9 Not So Soft 4:00
  • 10 Travel Tips 1:05
  • 11 Wrong With Me 1:57
  • 12 In or Out 3:22
  • 13 We’re All Gonna Blow 2:41
  • 14 Letter to a John 3:58
  • 15 Overlap 11:28

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