Norah Jones - Light as a Feather Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who co-wrote 'Light as a Feather' with Norah Jones?

   Norah Jones co-wrote 'Light as a Feather' with alternative country/rock singer-songwriter Ryan Adams. They collaborated on the song after Jones played him an unfinished version, which he completed in just 10 minutes.

2. What is unique about the instrumentation in 'Light as a Feather'?

   The song features a unique approach by removing the guitar and incorporating a crazy organ sample, creating an interesting and fresh sound. This method helped tie the song together with the rest of the album's rockier direction.

3. Who produced Norah Jones' album 'The Fall', which includes 'Light as a Feather'?

   'The Fall' was produced by Jacquire King, known for his work with artists like Kings of Leon, Tom Waits, and Modest Mouse. Jones chose King to help take her out of her comfort zone and capture the desired sound for the album.

4. Which musicians contributed to 'Light as a Feather'?

   'Light as a Feather' features contributions from musicians such as Joey Waronker (Beck's frequent drummer), James Gadson (Bill Withers), keyboardist James Poyser (Erykah Badu, Al Green), and guitarists Marc Ribot and Smokey Hormel, both of whom have worked with Tom Waits.

5. How did Ryan Adams influence Norah Jones during the creation of 'The Fall'?

   Ryan Adams encouraged Norah Jones to write from her heart and guts without worrying about following up on her previous hits. His advice helped her overcome writer's block and focus on expressing herself authentically in her music.