A Rough Trade Book of the Year
'From lists to experiences and stories, there are no rules. A good song is a good song whoever writes it and however the writing happens.'
Over the past three decades, Tim Burgess has cultivated a lyrical style that is equal parts searing, elusive and raw. Brimming with nods to an eclectic array of influences, from French chanson to East Coast rap, his words provide vivid snapshots of modern life, its highs and lows, and the things we do to get by.
'From lists to experiences and stories, there are no rules. A good song is a good song whoever writes it and however the writing happens.'
Over the past three decades, Tim Burgess has cultivated a lyrical style that is equal parts searing, elusive and raw. Brimming with nods to an eclectic array of influences, from French chanson to East Coast rap, his words provide vivid snapshots of modern life, its highs and lows, and the things we do to get by.