Q Lazzarus

Though Q. Lazzarus only officially released one song during her lifetime, that song -- "Goodbye Horses" -- made an indelible impression on pop culture. Its appearance in one of the most unnerving scenes in Jonathan Demme's 1991 thriller The Silence of the Lambs showcased Lazzarus' fathomless vocals perfectly, sparking a mystique that would last for decades. As listeners wondered about her identity, she weathered rejection by labels unwilling to sign a Black woman who sang rock & roll, depression, and addiction, carving out a quiet life for her family. In the late 2010s, Lazzarus was ready to break her silence with a documentary and return to music, plans that were cut short by her sudden death in 2022. Goodbye Horses: The Many Lives of Q Lazzarus and its soundtrack finally told her story and revealed the full depth of her artistry.