The Therapeutic Beauty of Al Green's 'Simply Beautiful'

Jody Rosen, a writer for The Times Magazine, transports us into his current soundtrack. From Alberta Hunter's “voice of longevity” to the “transfixing performance” of Missy Elliott, Jody shares the music that’s helping him find new rhythms — during these days stuck inside.

Music discussed:

• “My Castle’s Rockin’” by Alberta Hunter
• “I’ll Get By” by Nick Lucas
• “Lick Shots” by Missy Elliott
• “Simply Beautiful” by Al Green

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