Linda Diaz "Green Tea Ice Cream" NPR Tiny Desk Contest Submission 2020 

Marvelous. And a big shout out to the ethereal Muñiz sisters on solid background vocals!

CONGRATULATIONS ON WINNING this year’s TINY DESK contest! Good for you! You go, girl!!!

Lord their blend is insane. They sound like one person. #perfection

Linda's vocal phrasing is amazing and then when the Muniz sisters join in (chef's kiss).

The background singers are insanely good. As is the whole band. And the song! Wowsers

I played this for my ex on our third date. He kissed me and said "now we'll never be able to hear this song the same way again." Yesterday I found out that he got back together with his ex-girlfriend without breaking up with me or even talking to me at all first. Just left me alone in the dark. But he was wrong. He can't ruin this song for me. It's still the sound of pure, simple, beautiful joy.

Track is so fresh that Jesus Christ himself came down from heaven to jam on the bass 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

I've listened to this like 8 times. So smooth and beautiful. Sounds like a bunch of groovy angels.

In the words of Tuco: "Tight! Tight! Tight!!!"

This feels so much like a mix of Erykah Badu and The Internet's Ego Death album. I love every bit of it

Really good! Erykah Badu vibes.

Thanks Tiny Desk for popping up on my screen with this dopeness!

you have no idea how often I come back to this

what an ethereal group of humans

You guys are INSANELY talented! Thanks for sharing your GIFTS...

God that's an addictive song. Winner material. There's still a whole month of submissions left to go but either way you've got new fans already.

This my ride out joint. Roof open, city at my back.

True old school r&b vibes 🔥🥰

Great song! My only criticism is that after searching for it, I will now be getting Haagen-Dazs ads for the next five years 🤓

WOWWWW !! Tears in my eyes. What beautiful and velvety voice. Full of feeling song. Congratulations. WOWWWW !!

Mesmerized by each and every performer. A much deserved win!

I could listen to this over and over. Actually I do. Such a great groove.

I love when the algorithm brings me to awesome stuff like this!

Isnt that Bassist one of the Cool Company Guys? Amazing, I am looking very forward to you Tiny Desk!!

Beginning to break under the pressure of Pandemic.. this saved me! Cant wait to see you guys at THE Tiny Desk~ for real

Nice clear voices. I was even more impressed with the background vocalist and band. Congratulations and much success.

GREEN TEA ICE CREAM LYRICS: (Ooh) [Verse 1] It’s easy to feel like you don’t matter When you are (you are) what you make And nothing more Do you even know what you’re working toward? Slow Down You’re burning out At the end of your wick now [Pre Chorus] Nine to five you’re running holes Through your sneakers through your soul Should be busy living life But you just haven’t got the time Gum and pennies on the street Close my eyes to see my peace Oh when it gets to be too much I find myself in what I love [Chorus] When I’m by the sea Sweatshirts, sweatpants White noise, blue jeans Writing letters to old friends Black cats and tender moments Cherries in the spring Long walks, Long nights Green tea ice cream It’s all So good, so good, so good to me So good, so good, so good to me [Verse 2] It’s easy to fall into dull patterns When your mind is clouds of grey Oh lately all my thoughts are marked with questions Like how can I (How do I manage expectations?) While I (While I manifest my greatness?) Can you tell me (Just how long will I be waiting?) [Pre Chorus] Even trees and flowers know Weather seasons 'for you grow You should be living out your dreams Instead you’re tearing at the seams Lights and sirens in the dark Plug my ears to hear my heart Oh when it gets to be too much I find myself in what I love [Chorus] When I’m by the sea Sweatshirts, sweatpants White noise, blue jeans Writing letters to old friends Black cats and tender moments Cherries in the spring Long walks, Long nights Green tea ice cream It’s all So good, so good, so good to me

very retro 70's sound. also reminds me of Corinne Bailey Rae. Congrats!

SO SO SO THANKFUL TO THE REST OF YOUR BACK GROUND FRIEND MUSICIANS FOR SUPPORT FOR YOUR SONGS!! SO SO SO GRATEFUL!!! MUSIC HEALS THE WORLD!

First and Foremost,anyone and everyone is entitled to there own opinion Respect!!!,but be honest for this young lady to do this on this platform speaks volumes in itself.Music the resonates your soul and takes your soul is hard to come by,for this I thank you my Queen keep making Soul Food.

Congratulations Linda! Soo cool! Keep rockin it girl! I Love this live version versus the studio version! Your voice and song writing is a breath of fresh air :-) Your BG vocal girls are amazing, the band is tight - I love that NPR does platforms like this where artists get to showcase talents such as yours! Your sound is reminiscent of the legendary Amel L

the whiteboards were a nice touch

Amazing voice and talented artists y’all are ❤️😘✊🏾💯🔥 Linda keep pushing forward I know you will achieve greatness with your bless voice and delightful music 🎶 which I can enjoy with my coffee ☕️ much love ❤️ from California 💯✊🏾❤️😍😘🔥💋💋💋🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

Holy crap. I finally found you after binging your soundcloud. Thank you NPR--thanks for submitting, Linda and gang!

this type of talent deserves recognition, following in spotify

Listening to NPR then this beautiful song comes on. So I go onto RU-vid and there you are. Congratulations, it's really a nice, smooth relaxing song. ...... Thank you.😘🤗🌄

bruhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh wtff the singing is literally pretty much flawless this is amazin

Looks like the ole NPR bump did it again. When I first checked you guys out, right after the Tiny Desk segment, you were at around 900 views. Now you're at 2.6k! Can't wait to see how far ya'll go. Looks like a swell crew :)

Very impressive!! 2020's SWV. All lovely and sing like angels! I'd love to hear the other ladies lead a song also! Great musicians too!! Winning!!!

Listening to WFUV in New York City, and your song came on... #LOVELY #saludSaludSAAALUD 🐙🖖🏽

Soul be emanating girl! So natural like dancing. Girl on the keys is super dope!

LADIES SOUND GOOD, SMOOTH GROOVE!!! WISH YOU SUCCESS!!

Such a great mix! Love how everyone got the pastel memo.

still loving this sound! 😌😌😌

So beautiful. In So many ways. I pray you all safely go very far!

Literally crying. SO GOOD SO GOOD SO GOOD like the lyrics

CONGRATULATIONS ON THE WIN!! Wow, I'll perma-sub and look forward to more of your work 💕

There were others who had forced their way to the top from the lowest rung by the aid of their bass strings. - James Joyce probably This is dreamy af 😍 Best of luck!

FAYAH!!! And DAMN the backup singers!

YASSS

Fabulous. Like green tea ice cream for the ears....

When the bass came in ...😳😍

Always a little bitter when I check out the winner of this contest (and it isn’t me). Feeling better now though because your song is amazing. Clever, relatable, inspiring lyrics. Captivating melody, beat, arrangement. Great voice. You’re a beautiful artist and well-deserving of Tiny Desk. Congratulations yo 🤘🎊🎉

so dreamy

Neo Soul at its best! Congratulations and God bless.

Perfect cool summer night song...listening in the mountains and finally relaxing

GORGEOUS MUSIC! you deserve all your dreams queen.

todo dia eu venho aqui!

Awesome! A Star is Born!

Found your music watching alex botez, great beat, great vibes!

VIBES ON VIBES 🔥

found this on reddit and i'm hooked signed sealed subscribed

I like this version more then on Tiny Desk.

Green Tea Ice Cream? One word: Yummmmmm!

Love love love the song ♥️ and congrats for winning 2020 Tiny Desk 🦋🦋🦋🥳

I LOVE THIS SO MUCH. And the production kills too. so tasteful! You've inspired me to keep making music during this quarantine... This is the VIBE that sheds the old and ushers in the new. Thank you! New fan here.

All really good musicians in their own right. So good.

Absolute dream.

She reminds me of the late Kim Porter...Happy you won!

Wow thank you for sharing your music 🦋💌

always i listen this song is sunshine morning

I can not get enough of this.

Congratulations on winning the 2020 NPR Tiny Desk!! Loving the music and tiny desk performances!! Hopefully when this is all over you’ll be able to visit the tiny desk in person. Until then we’re all fine jammin to your performance. Love+Light on your journey❤️

As a fellow musician, I love this!!! Beautiful & incredible lyrics, back-up vocals, and band! So authentic ✨

Very nice. This song has a similar feel to "Far Away" by Kindred The Family Soul from back in the Neo-Soul days.

I'm getting Moonchild vibes from this. Well done!

Wow

congrats! absolutely beautiful and enchanting.

I trust in NPR Tiny Desk Contest again! Congrats... you're amazing!

I still love this song!!!

How did I not know about you before! Your music is soulful and as beautiful as you are. I think I've found a new favorite artist!

You´re a beautiful soul. Thank you for your vibes in these harsh times. Keep on making music, power and luck from Berlin.

Very smooth. The synergy with the background voices works so well!

Bianca Muniz! I've always been a fan

This is STILL so amazing to me!!!!

Holy backup singers. Wow! Edit : Linda is amazing too of course... everyone in this group is!

New fan... effortlessly beautiful...looking forward to listening to more of your music 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

Just saw your windy gig live on NPR! Lovin it Linda, I'm new to you and a fan

You have such a talent ! Seems easy for you ! Lovely !

Wonderful song !!!!!

Wow - blown away!!

Congratz on an excellent video, and congratz on the win. We sincerely love this!!! 💚😁👍☀️🌜

Damn I just went another atmosphere 👽🔊🔊🔊🗣🗣

Good damn this is good neo soul. You got yourself a fan! Giving me me 2005-2007 neo soul vibes !!!

Yo! Simply cannot ... WILL NOT stop playing this!! I, maybe most of us NEED an extended version!!!! How am I just crossing paths with such greatness! Agree with brother-man on BGVS ethereal impact! FOR SURE!

Congratulations!!....love the song...keep it moving..don't stop.

Looking forward to an amazing tiny desk concert! Running this video already too long in a loop ;-) - You guys are amazing!

I'm excited to see her on Tiny Desk

so smooth n silky love the keyboardist 🦊

Thank you for the precious gift you bring to the world...you have manifested your greatness 💝