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Shawn Colvin
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▸ Artist · 1996–1996

Shawn Colvin

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OriginUnited StatesGenrerock musicLabelColumbia Records, Fast Folk

With a voice that wraps around you like a cozy blanket on a chilly night, Shawn Colvin has been weaving her melodic magic since the '70s. Her journey through the folk and rock scenes led her to a serendipitous collaboration with Suzanne Vega, opening the door to a fruitful partnership with Columbia Records. Colvin’s debut, “Steady On,” showcased her knack for storytelling through song, but it was the hauntingly beautiful “Sunny Came Home” from her album “A Few Small Repairs” that truly resonated with listeners. A staple of the '90s music scene, she graced the stages of the Lilith Fair, cementing her status as a beloved artist. With releases like "Whole New You" and "The Starlighter," she continues to invite us into her world, each note a reminder of the bittersweet beauty of life’s journey.

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Sunny Came Home
Shawn Colvin
1996

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