Annie Lennox has a new song from the movie a Private War. The previews didn't draw me in one little bit.
According to Lennox she had no intention of writing music again (which is a shame), but felt compelled to when producers / director / someone asked her to contribute.
Lennox had met journalist, Marie Colvin, on whom the movie is based and decided to take the closing credit song, Requiem for a Private War.
The song is very interestingly constructed. There are no vocals until after two minutes in. The main and backing vocals - all Lennox - are strong and interestingly arranged.
If you're looking for anything radio-friendly, keep looking, as this isn't it . If you're looking to like it immediately, I think you'll be disappointed.
From the 4:50 mark, there was some "Julia'-esque moments (from the Eurythmics 1984 soundtrack), but I think to truly appreciate this song, it might take multiple, multiple listens.
I'd not heard of this film nor that Annie L. was giving up on the songwriting, which is indeed a pity. My first reaction on listening to this - haunting. Thanks.
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