10 Best Lana Del Rey Songs
2. Norman F*cking Rockwell
If anyone knows how to start an album, it's Lana Del Rey. So many of her opening tracks contain elements that can easily cast a spell over the listener and give them an idea of what the album will be like in the first few seconds. And Norman F*cking Rockwell is no exception. We know this will be a song with Lana style within only a few seconds of the initial piano.
Del Rey is known for using lyrics that we can interpret in many ways. However, the opening lines of this song are pretty straightforward. Then, through the verses, she points out all the negative attitudes of an unknown man. Still, as the song progresses, she shows affection for him despite these attitudes hurting her.
It features an out-of-this-world production that many consider one the best ones yet. But it also has instrumentals that evoke hundreds of emotions in just a few seconds. And Del Rey's vocal performance isn't far behind, giving us a demonstration of her talent as a singer. This mixture of genius and artistry earned her two award nominations: Song and Album of the Year at the 2020 Grammys Awards.