Fresh Air Fresh Air

Sheryl Crow

Oct 1, 2026 · 46m

Summary

Cheryl Crow discusses her new album, *Pick You Up*, and reflects on her career, including her early work as a background singer for Michael Jackson and the sexual harassment she endured during that tour. She opens up about her battles with depression and cancer, describing how music has served as both a source of identity and a vital coping mechanism. Crow also shares personal anecdotes, such as advice from Bob Dylan during a period of writer's block and her decision to relocate to Nashville for a more grounded life. The episode concludes with a review of the new Netflix series *My Sad Dead…

Topics discussed

Introduction and Cheryl Crow's career overview New album 'Pick You Up' and themes of connection Discussing the song 'Freight Train' and loneliness Anecdotes from the Michael Jackson 'Bad' tour Reflections on power, ego, and manipulation Debut album 'Tuesday Night Music Club' and 'I Shall Believe' Sexual harassment and seeking therapy after the tour Bob Dylan's advice on overcoming writer's block The 'Globe Sessions' album and moving to New York Mental health crisis in a Boston hotel room The origin story of the song 'Weather Channel' Moving to Nashville and finding a gentler environment Life in Nashville, marriage, and adoption Gratitude for playing hits and performing 'Strong Enough' Family influences and the song 'We Do What We Can' Review of the Netflix series 'My Sad Dead'
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