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I'll Never Write My Memoirs
I'll Never Write My Memoirs | Grace Jones
Born in 1948 into a family of ministers in Kingston, Jamaica, the statuesque and strikingly beautiful Grace Jones lived with her family in Syracuse, NY, before launching a career as a model in New York City. Gaining fame as the cover girl for such publications as Vogue and Elle, Jones's flamboyant look proved to be a hit on the New York City nightclub circuit and she became a darling of the disco scene, which led to a recording contract and a substantial following among gay men. With her sexually charged, outrageous live shows, Grace soon earned the title of 'Queen of the Gay Discos'. When she moved to Paris in 1970, the French fashion scene embraced her unusual, androgynous looks and, in addition to cover work, she dominated the runways of designers like Yves St. Laurent and befriended the likes of Giorgio Armani and Karl Lagerfeld. While there, she shared an apartment with Jerry Hall and Jessica Lange and became artist Jean-Paul Goude's muse - he also fathered her son Paulo. (Grace was married twice - to a producer and a bodyguard - and she dated Swedish actor Dolph Lundgren for four years.) But with the dawn of the '80s came a massive anti-disco movement across the U.S., leading to Grace Jones focusing on more new wave and experimental-based work, putting her 2 octave voice to good use. She is as known for her unique look as she is for her music and has influenced the likes of Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Annie Lennox. In the book, Grace takes us on a journey from her religious upbringing in Jamaica to her heyday in Paris and New York in the 70s and 80s, all the way to present-day London, where she is working on a new album.
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kaysworld1
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'I'll never write my memories'

This lady has always been a idol of mine, I wanted to be just like her.
she is so bold and brave, never afraid.
#blackhistorymonth #readingblackout

The beautiful Grace Jones

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Larry70
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She's a fierce raconteur and I'm gaining a deeper appreciation for her trailblazing artistry.

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ephemeragrrl
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This book is such an unabashed joy. Co-written with Paul Morley, it's fascinating, honest & bloody funny. Absolutely recommend

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Weaponxgirl
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#readjanuary here's a load of #ownvoices #autobiography that would be very suitable for #diverseathon. Some I've read and have loved others are on my kindle or available at my library. I plan to get to them all one day

RealLifeReading Love this!! 8y
candyflossramparts Grace Jones & Beth Ditto 😍 8y
Weaponxgirl @candyflossramparts I know, how have I not read these yet! 😘 8y
candyflossramparts I need to read both. I've heard great things about the Grace Jones memoir. 🤓 8y
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RebL
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"I have this sugar daddy I have created for myself: me." Super fly affirmation of independence by a woman who lives life her own way. Also, I'm off to disco.

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Carol
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Amazing Grace! I went into this knowing nearly nothing about Grace Jones. While of course there are some wild stories backing her infamy, the childhood heartache and fierce loyalty to friends and family make Grace's story one worth reading.

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Carol
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Preach it, Grace! 🎶💃🏿💖