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THE REVIEW
Pink Moon, the last studio album of the great Nick Drake, is in my opinion (and that of many others) his absolute masterpiece.
The album differs from the previous ones, given that the only instruments present in the tracks are the guitar and the piano. The album begins with the title track, as tranquil and resigned as it is apocalyptic (does the pink moon actually represent death?). Already from the first track, the main characteristics of the work are present: a background melancholy that in the subsequent tracks will erupt into complete depression, Drake's empty and emotionless voice, and a resigned tone. From here on, all the tracks are pearls of rare beauty that represent the author's tormented soul, his broken hopes, the simplicity, the goodness, and the complexity of one of the best songwriters ever. To love Pink Moon, it must first of all be understood and in my opinion, it is not something for everyone and requires great sensitivity. Discovering this work is at the same time a wonderful and heartbreaking experience, one of the saddest and most touching albums ever.
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Pink Moon, Nick Drake's final studio album, is widely regarded as his masterpiece. Featuring only guitar and piano, it conveys deep melancholy and introspection. The album's haunting simplicity and emotional depth captivate listeners who appreciate sensitive and profound music. It's considered one of the saddest and most beautiful records ever made.
Nick Drake
Nicholas Rodney "Nick" Drake (19 June 1948 – 25 November 1974) was an English singer-songwriter noted for three studio albums: Five Leaves Left (1969), Bryter Layter (1971) and Pink Moon (1972).36 Reviews
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By zaireeka
Listening is not enough.
I listen to Pink Moon and embark on a journey at the end of my little night.
By joe strummer
Nick’s voice penetrated my heart to touch the deepest strings of my soul, it motivated me immensely.
This album has made my life less trivial, less flat and gray.
By maxgit
"'Pink Moon' is the story of a defeat but also represents a victory."
The image is one of free fall, into the void, without a parachute. But there’s no pain, no suffering, you simply let yourself be carried away.
By Louis
I recognize that fantastically acoustic guitar, that familiar and unknown voice, beautiful and dangerous, perhaps the right thing at the wrong time?
Tears are the blood of the soul.
By Frank Bermuda
"Pink Moon is just like a sad phone call that goes deep inside you and injects you with a form of profound melancholy."
"Nick Drake is the almost extinguished ember burning in the coal of a fireplace, but that will never fully go out."
