How many roads must a man walk down Before you call him a man?

Take me on a trip upon your magic swirling ship. Live at the Newport Folk Festival. 1964

But I’ll see you in the sky above, In the tall grass, in the ones I love, You're gonna make me lonesome when you go.

Woah woah, I know: Does a cover even count? If it's this good (Watchhouse FKA Mandolin Orange) it sure does.

Because life is a nightmare

they greyhound bus of the sky

Love Yourz, Black Friday, No Role Modelz, Wet Dreamz, G.O.M.D., Apparently, Middle Child, A Tale of 2 Citiez, Crooked Smile (feat. TLC), Lights Please

Exhibit A (feat. Mos Def), Exhibit C, Shiny Suit Theory (feat. Jay-Z), Eternal Sunshine, Dear Moleskine, Dimethyltryptamine (DMT)

There are few creative acts more mysterious and magical than writing a song. But what if the goal wasn't so mysterious and was actually achievable for anyone who wants to experience more magic and creativity in their life? That's something that anyone will be inspired to do after reading Jeff Tweedy's How to Write One Song. Why one song? Because the difference between one song and many songs isn't a cute semantic trick—it's an important distinction that can simplify a notoriously confusing art form. The idea of becoming a capital-S songwriter can seem daunting, but approached as a focused, self-contained event, the mystery and fear subsides, and songwriting becomes an exciting pursuit. And then there is the energizing, nourishing creativity that can open up. How to Write One Song brings readers into the intimate process of writing one song—lyrics, music, and putting it all together—and accesses the deep sense of wonder that remains at the heart of this curious, yet incredibly fulfilling, artistic act. But it’s equally about the importance of making creativity part of your life every day, and of experiencing the hope, inspiration, and joy available to anyone who’s willing to get started.

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In a Tokyo suburb, a young man named Toru Okada searches for his wife’s missing cat—and then for his wife as well—in a netherworld beneath the city’s placid surface. As these searches intersect, he encounters a bizarre group of allies and antagonists. Gripping, prophetic, and suffused with comedy and menace, this is one of Haruki Murakami’s most acclaimed and beloved novels.

A Wild Sheep Chase by Haruki Murakami is a strange, offbeat novel that blends a detective story with surreal, dreamlike elements. It follows an unnamed, easygoing narrator who gets pulled into a bizarre search for a mysterious sheep with a star-shaped mark on its back. The story kicks off when a powerful figure in Japan’s underworld pressures the narrator into finding this sheep, which seems to hold some kind of mystical influence. The book is set in late 1970s Japan, moving from urban Tokyo to the cold, isolated landscapes of Hokkaido. Along the way, the narrator is joined by his girlfriend, whose unusually perceptive ears give the story an added touch of the weird. They meet a cast of quirky characters—a shadowy secretary, a reclusive professor obsessed with sheep, and a man in a sheep costume who speaks in riddles. What stands out is how ordinary things—bars, hotels, quiet towns—become strange and otherworldly. Murakami mixes humor, loneliness, and philosophical musings, all wrapped up in a plot that meanders like a road trip with no clear destination. The novel touches on themes like identity, power, and the search for meaning, but it never hits you over the head with them. Things just kind of unfold, sometimes making sense, sometimes not—and that seems to be the point. It’s not a fast-paced thriller, nor is it a typical mystery. The journey is more about the odd encounters and the narrator’s inner reflections than solving a straightforward puzzle. If you’re into stories where reality feels slippery and the line between the ordinary and the surreal is blurred, this one might stick with you.

American singer-songwriter, know for such songs as Shake it Off, Blank Space, Cruel Summer, and Bad Blood. Also, as of 2024, a self-made billionaire.

She started out in a group called Destiny's Child, which was super popular back in the late '90s and early 2000s. They had big some hits, like "Say My Name" and "Survivor." But Beyoncé didn't stop there. She went solo and totally nailed it. Beyoncé's music is a mix of R&B, pop, hip hop, and more, and she's known for putting on incredible live shows. Some of her big songs you might know are "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)," "Crazy in Love," and "Halo." On top of her music, she acts in movies, runs her own business, and does a lot of charity work. She's also married to Jay-Z, another big name in music, and they're kind of like the king and queen of the music industry.

Adele is an English singer and songwriter from London, born on May 5, 1988. She’s known for her powerful voice and emotional songs, often about love and heartbreak. She started singing as a child and graduated from the BRIT School for Performing Arts in 2006. Soon after, she signed with XL Recordings and released her debut album, 19, in 2008. It included hits like “Chasing Pavements” and “Make You Feel My Love,” earning her the Grammy for Best New Artist. Her second album, 21 (2011), was a massive success worldwide, featuring tracks like “Rolling in the Deep,” “Someone Like You,” and “Set Fire to the Rain.” Inspired by a breakup, it struck a chord with listeners and became the best-selling album of the 21st century. Her third album, 25 (2015), carried on her tradition of naming albums after her age and included the hit “Hello.” Her most recent album, 30 (2021), reflects on her divorce and personal growth. Adele has a soulful, smoky voice and often sings ballads, blending pop, soul, and blues. She’s won numerous awards, including 16 Grammys, an Oscar for her James Bond theme “Skyfall,” and a Golden Globe. Despite her global fame, she’s known for being down-to-earth and humorous. She was married to Simon Konecki, with whom she has a son, but they divorced in 2021. Adele is currently engaged to sports agent Rich Paul. Over the years, she’s taken breaks between albums to focus on her personal life. She recently announced plans to step away from music for a while after finishing her concert residency in Las Vegas.

by George Orwell an expedition into who people are and what life is

Hajime has arrived at middle age with a loving family and an enviable career, yet he feels incomplete. When a childhood friend, now a beautiful woman, shows up with a secret from which she is unable to escape, the fault lines of doubt in Hajime’s quotidian existence begin to give way. Rich, mysterious, and quietly dazzling, in South of the Border, West of the Sun the simple arc of one man’s life becomes the exquisite literary terrain of Murakami’s remarkable genius.