Young and Beautiful

Lana Del Rey · 2013

3 min · 1 track · indie pop · indie rock · R&B

Ethereal orchestration and haunting vocals blend to create a cinematic exploration of love and existential longing.

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Young and Beautiful is a single by Lana Del Rey, released in 2013. Ethereal orchestration and haunting vocals blend to create a cinematic exploration of love and existential longing. 'Young and Beautiful' gained significant attention as part of the soundtrack for Baz Luhrmann's film 'The Great Gatsby', leading to its peak at number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song also received critical acclaim, further establishing Del Rey as a distinctive voice in contemporary music and contributing to discussions around themes of beauty and transience in popular culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does Young and Beautiful sound like?

Ethereal orchestration and haunting vocals blend to create a cinematic exploration of love and existential longing. Rooted in indie pop and indie rock.

What makes Young and Beautiful by Lana Del Rey notable?

'Young and Beautiful' gained significant attention as part of the soundtrack for Baz Luhrmann's film 'The Great Gatsby', leading to its peak at number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song also received critical acclaim, further establishing Del Rey as a distinctive voice in contemporary music and contributing to discussions around themes of beauty and transience in popular culture. Released on April 23, 2013, 'Young and Beautiful' was a pivotal single from Lana Del Rey's burgeoning career following her breakthrough album 'Born to Die'. At this point, she was solidifying her unique aesthetic and musical style, marked by a fusion of nostalgic Americana and modern pop sensibilities.

How many songs are on Young and Beautiful?

Young and Beautiful has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.