Name: Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)
Brand: Sly Stone, Ben Greenman

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

9780374606978

Colour

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format Books US

Hardback

Format detail

Limited edition

Release date

2023-10-17

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Macmi­llan

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

Artist

Sly Stone

Ben Greenman

Genre US

Music

Label US

AUWA

Sly Stone is an American musician, songwriter, and record producer. He is best known as the frontman for Sly & the Family Stone, a band that played a critical role in the development of soul, funk, and psychedelia in the 1960s and 1970s.

Born on March 15th, 1943 in Denton, Texas, U.S.A., Sly Stone's musical talent has left an indelible mark on the music industry. With his innovative sound and charismatic stage presence, he captivated audiences around the world.

Throughout his career, Sly Stone has created timeless hits such as "Everyday People," "Dance to the Music," and "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)." His unique blend of genres continues to inspire generations of musicians and fans alike.

Ben Greenman is an American novelist and magazine journalist born on September 28, 1969 in Chicago, Illinois. He has written fiction and non-fiction books, as well as collaborated with various pop-music artists such as [artist name], [artist name], [artist name], and others. From 2000 to 2014, he served as an editor at The New Yorker.
With a diverse range of talents, Ben Greenman has made a significant impact in the literary world. His works span across different genres including fiction and non-fiction, showcasing his versatility as a writer. Additionally, his collaborations with renowned pop-music artists have further solidified his reputation within the industry.
During his tenure at The New Yorker from 2000 to 2014, Greenman's editorial expertise contributed to the publication's success. As an editor, he played a crucial role in shaping the content and maintaining the high standards that The New Yorker is known for.

The full list of our favourite books from 2023, including signed copies and exclusive material from all the authors. Get the full lowdown on what we chose as our favourite reads from 2023 on the Rough Trade blog. <a href="https://blog.roughtrade.com/uk-books-of-the-year-2023/">UK Books of the Year</a> <a href="https://blog.roughtrade.com/us-books-of-the-year/">US Books of the Year</a>

Books of the Year 2023

Browse the bestsellers in vinyl records, CDs, box sets and books. Our handpicked selection features the coolest trends in music and reading.

Signed

One of the few indisputable geniuses of pop music, Sly Stone is a trailblazer and a legend. He created a new kind of music, mixing Black and white, male and female, funk and rock. As a songwriter, he penned some of the most iconic anthems of the 1960s and ’70s, from “Everyday People” to “Family Affair.” As a performer, he electrified audiences with a persona and stage presence that set a lasting standard for pop-culture performance.

Yet his life has also been a cautionary tale, known as much for how he dropped out of the spotlight as for what put him there in the first place. People know the music, but the man remains a mystery. In Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin), his much-anticipated memoir, he’s finally ready to share his story—a story that many thought he’d never have the chance to tell.

Written with Ben Greenman, who has written memoirs with George Clinton and Brian Wilson, among others, and created in collaboration with Sly Stone’s manager, Arlene Hirschkowitz, Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) includes a foreword by Questlove.

Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)

Books US

Discover Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) by Sly Stone. One of pop music's geniuses, this memoir shares his iconic anthems and cautionary tale. Available in hardback format from AUWA.