Not a Pretty Girl
Ani DiFranco · 1995
59 min · 15 tracks · folk rock
Folk-inflected melodies intertwine with fiercely introspective lyrics, capturing the complexities of femininity and identity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective exploration of identity
- dynamic progression with emotional peaks
- captivating storytelling through melodies
- for reflective moments
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1995, Ani DiFranco was establishing her presence in the folk-rock scene with 'Not a Pretty Girl,' her fifth studio album. This release followed her breakout album, 'Dilate,' and showcased her growing confidence as an artist and a lyricist. DiFranco's commitment to independence was further illustrated by her decision to release this album on her label, Righteous Babe Records.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dar Williams· Tori Amos· Michelle Shocked
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Worthy 4:31
- 2 Tiptoe 0:36
- 3 Cradle and All 4:18
- 4 Shy 4:45
- 5 Sorry I Am 4:48
- 6 Light of Some Kind 4:09
- 7 Not a Pretty Girl 3:58
- 8 The Million You Never Made 4:19
- 9 Hour Follows Hour 6:01
- 10 32 Flavors 6:07
- 11 Asking Too Much 2:56
- 12 This Bouquet 2:28
- 13 Crime for Crime 5:42
- 14 Coming Up / Tiptoe (outtakes) 4:25
- 15 [unknown] 0:04
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