Cyndi Lauper's new documentary Let The Canary Sing is now available to stream
It's a feature-length documentary
Streaming platform Paramount+ has now released a brand new feature-length documentary to celebrate the remarkable life and career of American singer-songwriter Cyndi Lauper.
Titled Let The Canary Sing, the documentary was released on Wednesday 5th June, just one day after its US release, and tells the story of Cyndi's meteoric ascent to stardom and her profound impact on generations through her music, ever-evolving punk style, unwavering feminism and tireless advocacy.
The documentary takes the audience on an engaging exploration of a renowned and pioneering artist who has left a remarkable legacy with her art.
Speaking about the new documentary, Cyndi said: “Over the years I’ve been asked to do a documentary about my life and work, but it never felt like the right time. Until now. When I first met Alison Ellwood, I knew right away I could trust her to tell my story honestly, which was incredibly important to me, and she succeeded in that. I'd like to thank Alison, the producers, and all of the amazing documentary participants who agreed to be interviewed!”
What is it called?
Cyndi's documentary is called Let The Canary Sing.
What is it about?
Paramount+ say of the new documentary: 'Alison Ellwood’s spirited documentary Let the Canary Sing takes the audience on a nostalgic exploration of the life and career of legendary pop icon Cyndi Lauper, with a boisterous narrative anchored by the inimitable Lauper herself.
'The film traverses her upbringing in a lower-class Queens neighborhood through her rebellious youth pushing back against intolerance, all the way to her meteoric rise in the music scene crafting classic songs that are vibrant and catchy as well as socially resonant. Ellwood presents a revealing and honest Lauper alongside lively archival footage of her cheeky personality and many absorbing performances through the years.
'The result is a film that captures Lauper’s body of work as an outspoken feminist artist who has been a stalwart advocate and champion for others.'
When is it out?
Let The Canary Sing is available to stream now, it was released on Wednesday 5th June.
How can I watch it?
The feature-length documentary airs exclusively on Paramount+.
How do I sign up for Paramount+?
Plans on Paramount+ start from £6.99 per month.
What is 'Let The Canary Sing' album?
As well as the documentary, Legacy Recordings have released a companion album of the same name.
'Let The Canary Sing' album is a career-spanning collection that follows Cyndi's amazing career, starting from her days in Blue Angel to her breakout single 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun'.
The album is available on both vinyl and as a digital expanded edition.
What is the track list?
TRACK LIST (VINYL):
SIDE A
1) 'I’m Gonna Be Strong'
2) 'Money Changes Everything' – Live at Irvine Meadows Amphitheater, Laguna Hills, CA – 09/22/1984 (Let The Canary Sing Edit)
3) 'Time After Time'
4) 'Who Let In The Rain (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
5) 'I Drove All Night'
6) 'Into the Nightlife (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
SIDE B
1) 'Sisters of Avalon (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
2) 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun'
3) 'The Goonies ‘R’ Good Enough (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
4) 'She Bop'
5) 'Early In The Mornin’ (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
6) 'At Last (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
7) 'True Colors (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
TRACK LIST (DIGITAL):
- 'I’m Gonna Be Strong'
- 'Money Changes Everything – Live at Irvine Meadows Amphitheater, Laguna Hills, CA – 09/22/1984 (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
- 'Time After Time'
- 'Who Let In The Rain (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
- 'I Drove All Night'
- 'Into the Nightlife (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
- 'Sisters of Avalon (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
- 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun'
- 'The Goonies ‘R’ Good Enough (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
- 'She Bop'
- 'Early In The Mornin’ (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
- 'At Last (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
- 'True Colors (Let The Canary Sing Edit)'
- 'All Through The Night'
- 'The World Is Stone'
- 'That’s What I Think'
- 'Change of Heart'
- 'My First Night Without You'
- 'You Don’t Know'
- 'Funnel of Love'
- 'Heading West'
- 'Sally’s Pigeons'
How can I buy it?
'Let The Canary Sing' is available for buy now.
Check out which other music documentaries you won't want to miss:
Pet Shop Boys: Then and Now (iPlayer)
For the first time ever, Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe let a camera crew backstage on their 'Dreamworld' tour in this BBC documentary with Alan Yentob called Pet Shop Boys: Then and Now.
Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story (Disney+)
Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story is a four-part documentary series following the story Bon Jovi right from the beginning up to the present day. Speaking of handing over control to the documentary's director, Jon explained it was: "The whole truth, nothing but the truth.
"We relinquished all control to the director, which, if you're going to do it, we felt that it should be just to speaking the whole truth. Each of our individual truths, really, and then not to sanitise it to your point."
Simple Minds: Everything Is Possible
Simple Minds: Everything Is Possible is a feature-length film which includes interviews with the likes of Bob Geldof, Primal Scream's Bobby Gillespie, Depeche Mode's Dave Gahan, The Specials' Jerry Dammers, and Texas' Sharleen Spiteri, along with Manic Street Preachers' James Dean Bradfield, writer Irvine Welsh, actress Molly Ringwald and many album producers.
Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band (Disney+)
Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band was directed by Bruce Springsteen's longtime collaborator Thom Zimny (Springsteen on Broadway, Willie Nelson & Family, Sly), and it's produced by Zimny, Jon Landau, Springsteen, Adrienne Gerard and Sean Stuart.
The Beatles: Let It Be (Disney+)
This documentary film starring The Beatles was first released in May 1970, in the middle of the band's break-up, but has now been re-released after being restored, on Disney+. The film follows the band as they record songs and rehearse for their last album 'Let It Be'.
WHAM! (Netflix)
From Chris Smith, the director behind the infamous Fyre Fest documentary, fans get the chance to follow Wham! from their early beginnings to the height of their success. The documentary includes footage from George and Andrew's personal archives such as never-before-seen footage, and previously unheard interviews.
Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese (Netflix)
Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese is described as 'Part documentary, part concert film, part fever dream', by Netflix. The film captures America in the autumn of 1975, and the music that Bob Dylan performs during that time.
Dolly Parton: Here I Am (iPlayer)
Dolly Parton: Here I Am is a documentary following the country singer from her humble beginnings, up to her present global success. The film includes archive footage and interviews with Dolly herself, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin.
What Happened, Miss Simone? (Netflix)
What Happened, Miss Simone? is a documentary from director Liz Garbus, who weaves together never-before-heard recordings and rare archival footage of the iconic singer, along with many of her well-known tracks.
Amy (Channel4, Apple TV, Prime Video)
Amy is an Oscar-winning documentary about the late singer, who died at the age of just 27. Amy uses extensive archive footage, along with personal videos to delve into the singer, behind the famous face fans knew. Starting in the early years, and following her as she makes her big break into the music industry.
Whitney (Prime Video)
Whitney is a documentary film featuring exclusive performances and footage of the singer known for her hits such as 'I'm Every Woman' and 'I Will Always Love You'. The film had its world premiere as part of the 2018 Cannes Film Festival, with a cinema release soon after. And was nominated at the 61st Grammy Awards for Best Music Film.
The Beach Boys (Disney+)
Including never-before-seen footage and new interviews, The Beach Boys is a brand new documentary available now on Disney+. The documentary follows the band from their humble beginnings to their worldwide success.
Becoming Led Zeppelin (Cinemas)
The long-gestating Led Zeppelin documentary film Becoming Led Zeppelin is finally set to hit cinema screens, however a date has not yet been announced.
The officially-authorised Becoming Led Zeppelin documentary traces the formation and early years of the fabled rock British band.
Cyndi Lauper's Let The Canary Sing (Paramount+)
Streaming platform Paramount+ have released a brand new feature-length documentary to celebrate the remarkable life and career of American singer-songwriter Cyndi Lauper. The documentary arrived on Wednesday 5th June, taking the audience on an engaging exploration of a renowned and pioneering artist who has left a remarkable legacy with her art.
Before We Was We: Madness by Madness (ITVX)
Before We Was We: Madness by Madness was added to ITVX on 20th June 2024. The documentary follows the band as they started out from their humble beginnings, before becoming for hits such as. 'Baggy Trousers' and 'One Step Beyond'.
Take That (Netflix)
Netflix announced in August 2024 that a new Take That series was in the works. They said 'A new TAKE THAT series is in production! With access to Gary, Howard and Mark and featuring interviews with Jason and Robbie, this series will give unprecedented insight into one of Britain's most successful and beloved bands.'
Elton John: Never Too Late (Disney+)
Elton John: Never Too Late will be released in selected cinemas on 15th November, followed by a Disney+ release on 13th December. The documentary is directed by R.J. Cutler and Elton's husband David Furnish, who also serve as producers on the upcoming title.
Boybands Forever (iPlayer)
Boybands Forever has been announced, as a new three-part series on BBC Two and iPlayer. The series will have interviews with the likes of Robbie Williams and Brian McFadden. The executive producer is Louis Theroux.
Let The Canary Sing is out now on Paramount+.
Now Read:
Everything you need to know about 80s icon Cyndi Lauper
'Best of Fleetwood Mac (1969-1974)' album to be released this summer
Lenny Kravitz to perform at Champions League final at London's Wembley Stadium