Antony And The Johnsons – I Am A Bird Now

Released on 1 February 2005, I Am a Bird Now is the second studio album by Antony and the Johnsons, led by Anohni.

With a minimalist sound centred on Anohni's unique voice and piano, the album explores themes of gender identity, loss, and transformation. The cover features a photograph of Candy Darling, Andy Warhol's muse, on her deathbed, symbolising the fragility and ephemeral beauty of life. The record includes collaborations with artists such as Boy George, Rufus Wainwright, and Lou Reed, but it is Anohni's emotive performance that stands out. Tracks like "Hope There's Someone" and "For Today I Am a Boy" have become emblematic, and the album received universal critical acclaim, including the 2005 Mercury Prize.