As fans of Miranda the Mermaid all know, Elvis Costello has been teaching her how to be a rock star with his audiobook, “How To Learn Guitar and Y” - available here. She is humbly documenting her progress through these albums.

Track 10

“Indoor Fireworks”

“Indoor Fireworks” is a moving, haunting song (does he do any other kind?) by none other than the King of America himself, Elvis Costello.

Track 9

“Sulky Girl”

Loud and aggressive, “Sulky Girl” by Elvis Costello has been one tune that Miranda was really looking forward to taking a stab at.

Track 8

“Scarlet Tide”

Written by Elvis Costello and T-Bone Burnett, “Scarlet Tide” has been described as an anti-fear song. How appropriate for a hero’s journey.

Track 7

“Peace, Love and Understanding”

This song, “Peace, Love and Understanding,” written by Nick Lowe, is one of Don Elvis Costello’s most popular songs. Miranda has always been a fan.

Track 6

“Unchained Melody”

The universally beloved song, “Unchained Melody” was written by Alex North and Hy Zaret. Miranda joins the myriad throngs who have covered this classic.

Track 5

“Baby It’s You”

Burt Bacharach, Luther Dixon, and Mack David wrote the enchanting song, “Baby It’s You,” famously recorded by both The Shirelles and The Beatles.

Track 4

“Alison”

One of the very first releases by Elvis Costello, “Alison” remains a fan favorite, though many still speculate on the meaning of the lyrics.

Track 3

“You’ve Really Got A Hold On Me”

This powerful, catchy, romantic song was written by Smokey Robinson and first performed by The Miracles.

Track 2

“All These Things”

Allen Toussaint is one of the masters of the New Orleans style of jazz. He wrote this powerful song, “All These Things” and Miranda humbly takes a crack at it.

Track 1

“Illuminati Anthem”

Miranda starts off her second homework assignment, aka her latest album, with an all original track, “Illuminati Anthem.” There’s so much truth in this song that it comes with a warning label.