Natalie Merchant
Singer-Songwriter | The Power of Music
Most recently at TED in 2010.
About
Natalie Merchant is a celebrated singer-songwriter whose poetic lyrics and evocative vocals have touched millions. As the former lead singer of the acclaimed band 10,000 Manaics, she released six studio albums that earned her a reputation as one of the most distinctive voices in alternative rock.
Merchant's solo work, including the triple-platinum album 'Tigerlily', further established her as a compelling storyteller who uses music to explore the human experience. Her thought-provoking performances inspire audiences to see the world through new lenses and find meaning in the everyday.
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Singing old poems to life
Natalie Merchant sings from her poetry-inspired album "Leave Your Sleep," which pairs lyrics from poets -- from Gerard Manley Hopkins to a near-forgotten 10-year-old girl in Brooklyn -- with simple melodies and her unmistakable voice. Stay for an encore performance of her hit "Thank You," dedicated to a notable philanthropist in the audience.
1 talk, all in 2010
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