3, States of Being is the tenth studio album released by New York-based singer/songwriter and musician Suzanne Vega.

[5] The album consists of re-recordings of songs from Vega's back catalogue with stripped-down arrangements that highlight her lyrics and melodies.

[1][2] "Language" was recorded in January 2011,[6] but doesn't appear in the CD track listing.

"Penitent" and "Undertow" were recorded in December 2010.

[7] All tracks are written by Suzanne Vega, except where noted