Soul Survivor: The Autobiography
The extraordinary memoir of a music icon
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P.P. Arnold
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P.P. Arnold
Longlisted for the Penderyn Music Book Prize
An Uncut Magazine Book of the Year
A Rough Trade Book of the Year
A Resident Book of the Year
The story of soul legend P.P. Arnold is one of musical highs, personal lows and extraordinary endurance.
From her origins in powerhouse church gospel, the talented singer's performing career began at the age of just seventeen when she joined the Ike & Tina Turner Revue. But little did the young Ikette know that her world was about to be turned upside-down...
Upon arriving in London in 1966 to support the Rolling Stones, the shy but vivacious teenager caught the eye of frontman Mick Jagger. He would persuade her to stay in the city and record as a solo artist, ultimately leading to a five-decade career working with everyone from Rod Stewart, Eric Clapton, the Small Faces, Nick Drake and Barry Gibb to Peter Gabriel, Roger Waters, the KLF, Paul Weller and Primal Scream.
However, it has been far from a gilded life for the soul superstar. After being forced into marriage upon becoming pregnant at the age of fifteen, Arnold went on to endure a string of devastating personal traumas. Yet the versatile musician survived it all and has continued to reinvent herself throughout the years—be that as a West End actress, a much-sought-after session singer or a renowned pop vocalist in her own right.
Now, for the first time, P.P. Arnold shares her remarkable adventures. This is the long-awaited memoir of a true soul survivor.
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PP Arnold’s autobiography is an absolute revelation. While many know her as the powerhouse vocalist behind The First Cut Is the Deepest, few may realize the depth of her extraordinary journey through the music industry. This book cements her not only as an iconic singer but also as a gifted storyteller.
From her early days as an Ikette with Ike and Tina Turner to her collaborations with The Rolling Stones, The Bee Gees, Eric Clapton, and just about every major name in music from the ’60s through the ’90s, Arnold’s life reads like a backstage pass to rock and soul history. Her writing is vivid, heartfelt, and unflinchingly honest, offering an insider’s view of the triumphs and trials of a woman navigating the male-dominated music business.
What makes this memoir truly shine is Arnold’s voice—not just her legendary singing voice, but her narrative one. She brings warmth, humor, and raw emotion to her recollections, making it feel as if she’s sitting across from you, telling her incredible story firsthand. She doesn’t shy away from the hardships she faced, including personal struggles and industry betrayals, yet her resilience and passion for music remain at the heart of every chapter.
For fans of music history, soul and rock lovers, or anyone who appreciates a story of perseverance and artistry, this book is a must-read. PP Arnold is more than a singer—she’s a survivor, a trailblazer, and, as this book proves, a truly remarkable writer. Five stars aren’t enough!
A Must-Read Memoir from a True Music Legend Oh and does SPILL the TEA!
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Powerful and Grabs Your Attention Non-Stop!!
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What a story !!
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