Lana Del Rey – Violet Bent Backwards Over The Grass

Released in 2020, Violet Bent Backwards Over The Grass is Lana Del Rey’s first poetry collection, accompanied by a spoken-word album featuring her reciting the poems over atmospheric instrumental compositions by Jack Antonoff. 

The book showcases Del Rey’s introspective and dreamlike writing style, touching on themes of fame, nostalgia, nature, and self-reflection. With pieces like LA Who Am I to Love You? and SportCruiser, she blends personal musings with vivid, cinematic imagery. The album version enhances the experience with delicate piano, ambient textures, and a hypnotic delivery, offering a unique fusion of literature and music.