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20 Golden Greats

Nat King Cole

62 min · 20 tracks · jazz

A soothing blend of jazz-infused pop standards delivered with Nat King Cole's smooth, velvety vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • for relaxed afternoons
  • sing-along classics with friends
  • nostalgic warmth in every track
  • smooth vocals for intimate moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer modern, experimental sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1978, '20 Golden Greats' came during a resurgence of interest in Nat King Cole's music following his passing in 1965. This compilation album highlighted his timeless classics and solidified his legacy as a pivotal figure in American music. It served both as an introduction for new listeners and a nostalgic collection for long-time fans.
Stylistic neighbors
Frank Sinatra· Ella Fitzgerald· Tony Bennett

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sweet Lorraine 4:37
  • 2 Straighten Up and Fly Right 2:38
  • 3 Nature Boy 2:55
  • 4 Dance Ballerina Dance 2:42
  • 5 Mona Lisa 3:28
  • 6 Too Young 3:26
  • 7 Love letters 2:44
  • 8 Smile 2:54
  • 9 Around the World 2:34
  • 10 For All We Know 3:16
  • 11 When I Fall in Love 3:11
  • 12 The Very Thought of You 3:49
  • 13 On the Street Where You Live 3:10
  • 14 Unforgettable 3:29
  • 15 It's All in the Game 3:07
  • 16 Ramblin' Rose 2:49
  • 17 Portrait of Jennie 3:09
  • 18 Let There Be Love 2:46
  • 19 Somewhere Along the Way 3:01
  • 20 Those Lazy Hazy Crazy Days of Summer 2:23

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata