Singer-Songwriter · US · Active since 1959

Suzanne Vega

Precise, journalistic folk that captures the small details of city life. Intimate vocals and clean acoustic lines for moments of quiet observation and urban solitude.

Intro

With a career spanning four decades, American singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega is a prominent figure in alternative rock and folk-inspired music. She has released ten studio albums across labels including A&M and Blue Note. Vega achieved international success with hits like "Luka" and the remixed "Tom's Diner." Her original a cappella recording of that track famously aided MP3 format development, earning her the title of "The Mother of the MP3."

Our Catalog10 Albums · 1985 · 2025

Flying With Angels

Flying With Angels

Lover, Beloved: Songs From an Evening With Carson McCullers

Lover, Beloved: Songs From an Evening With Carson McCullers

Tales From the Realm of the Queen of Pentacles

Tales From the Realm of the Queen of Pentacles

Beauty & Crime

Songs in Red and Gray

Songs in Red and Gray

Nine Objects of Desire

Nine Objects of Desire

99.9 F°

Days of Open Hand

Days of Open Hand

Solitude Standing

Solitude Standing

Suzanne Vega

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