Friday, July 15, 2022

Year 34: 2006

 


Rehab by Amy Winehouse

My heart breaks a little every time I hear an Amy Winehouse song, particularly this one, her tongue in cheek response to those who told her she needed to slow down her wild ways.  Five years later, she died from an overdose and this singular, tragic talent was lost.  A few years ago I watched the documentary Amy on a flight and was alternately consumed with sadness and anger, particularly towards her father, who prioritized squeezing every last nickel over her health.  Another unfortunate member of the 27 Club, lost shortly after she got started. 

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