A Nice Pair: Sly Stone

It’s Sunday which means it’s time for A Nice Pair – book and vinyl pairings that go together like Funk and Soul. Today, we’re pairing the memoir Thank You (Fallenttinme Be Mice Elf Agin) by Sly Stone with Sly & The Family Stone’s Greatest Hits.

Sadly, Sly Stone passed away earlier this month, but he left behind a powerful legacy of unforgettable music and stories. His memoir, Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin), is a candid, lyrical ride through the peaks and pitfalls of his life – from revolutionizing music with Sly and the Family Stone to grappling with addiction and fading from the spotlight. It’s full of sharp humour, playful language, and wild tales from funk’s heyday, yet it also offers a stark look at the costs of fame, the struggles of staying creative, and the fight to endure.

Originally released in 1970, Sly and the Family Stone’s Greatest Hits is a high-energy mix of funk, soul, and rock that showcases the band’s most iconic tracks. With anthems like Everyday People and Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin), it captures their infectious spirit and social message. Though originally released to fill a gap between albums, it became a timeless celebration of their groundbreaking sound.